A big bowl of warm comfort food is allowed even when you are on a keto diet. For those of you who would like a comforting soup while sticking to a strict keto diet try our Keto Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup. It is a thick and cheesy soup with the taste of fresh Broccoli in it which makes it delicious and healthy as well. What is even better? It is low in carbs but full of taste which is the ideal combination for a person on a keto diet.
What Makes This Soup So Great?
This isn’t just low carb soup only; this is a low-carb creamy broccoli soup packed with the fiber of the vegetable and the cream and cheddar healthy fats. Broccoli also provides satisfying crunchiness, and nutrients such as vitamins C & K, and cheddar cheese brings that lovely hearty flavor. Perfect harmony in keto style!
Quick & Easy
Those who don’t have a lot of time to make dinner would appreciate this soup. It only takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and cook this delicious wholesome meal. This recipe can be perfect for busy weeknights or even a warm comforting lunch on a lazy weekend.
Recipe for Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup in Keto Style
Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup double cream
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp. olive oil or butter
Instructions:
Sauté the Aromatics: Take a large pot and pour in the olive oil or butter over medium flame. Put in the chopped onion and crushed garlic and let cook until the onion is pale.
Cook the Broccoli: Place the broccoli florets into the pot together with the stock, bring to a simmer and allow to cook for about ten minutes or till the broccoli is cooked.
Blend the Soup: With an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. If you like partially mashed soup, do not blend all of the soup, but no more than half.
Add Cream and Cheese: Turn the heat down and add the heavy cream and cheddar cheese while stirring to ensure they dissolve and mix in. The soup can be seasoned with salt and pepper to one’s liking
Serve: The last step is to fill the soup into bowls and enjoy!
Why You’ll Love It
Low-Carb: It contains very few net carbs per serving making it suitable for your keto diet.
Rich & Creamy: The blend of cream and cheddar produces a thick silky texture that is hard to ignore.
Satisfying: This delicious soup is packed with fiber and good healthy fats to keep you full and happy without having to increase your carb intake.
Want to Mix It Up?
Go ahead and have some fun in the kitchen! Crumbled crispy bacon can be added on top for flavor. Also, add some shredded chicken for protein. And yes, thickness is totally customizable—add cream to the soup for a richer soup or use less cream for a lighter version.
Nutritional Information
Here’s a handy table for your reference on the figures one may want to keep an eye on:
Disclaimer: Nutritional values are estimates and can vary depending on brand and specific ingredients used.
Final Thoughts
Keto Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup serves as great comforting food which does not break your keto diet. Be it for meal-prep or a quick lunch, this soup has so much goodness in it. Therefore, take a bowl and enjoy this cheesy creamy soup and forget the carbs!
