Blended Broccoli and Goat Cheese Soup
A smooth, comforting soup with pureed broccoli and tangy goat cheese, finished with a hint of cream. This american-inspired soups ready in about 40 minutes pairs butter, medium, finely chopped onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 4 cups, florets broccoli
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 3 oz goat cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup, chopped chives
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups broccoli florets and 3 cups vegetable broth to the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes until broccoli is very tender.
- Step 4: Use an immersion blender to puree soup until completely smooth (or transfer to a blender in batches).
- Step 5: Return soup to pot, stir in 3 oz goat cheese and 1/4 cup heavy cream until melted and combined.
- Step 6: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped chives.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Blended Broccoli and Goat Cheese Soup take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Blended Broccoli and Goat Cheese Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Blended Broccoli and Goat Cheese Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Blended Broccoli and Goat Cheese Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Blended Broccoli and Goat Cheese Soup?
American soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this soup! So easy and healthy for a weeknight meal.
- ★★★★☆
The soup was creamy but a bit bland without salt. Next time I'll add more seasoning.
- ★★★★☆
Cooked for 40 minutes, which was longer than the recipe said, but the result was worth it.
