Cheesy Cream of Broccoli Soup - Keto Best
A rich and cheesy, low-carb soup made with fresh broccoli, onions, butter, and heavy cream, all seasoned to perfection. Serve with a side salad for a healthy, delicious meal.
Servings: 8
Calories: 373kcal
Equipment
- Large Stock Pot
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp Butter
- 1 cup Green onions, finely chopped or leaks, yellow onions
- 8 cups Broccoli florets cut into 1-inch chunks
- 6 cups Chicken broth 48 ounces
- 1 tsp Celery seeds
- 1 tsp Lawry’s seasoned salt
- Ground pepper to taste
- 8 tbsp Almond flour or 2 tsp Xanthan gum see blog post for xanthan gum directions
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Heavy cream
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a 6-8-quart sauce or soup pan. Add the onions and sauté over medium heat until fragrant and wilted – about 3-5 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets, chicken broth and seasonings; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until broccoli is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- In small bowl, whisk almond flour into heavy cream until smooth and add to pot. Or substitute almond flour for 2 tsp of xanthan gum, whisked into hot water. See blog post for complete instructions. Bring soup back to a simmer. Continue simmering for additional 5 minutes, or until mixture starts to thicken.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheeses. Season to taste. Top with cheese.
Notes
8 – 2 cup servings
Nutrition
Calories: 373kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 1174mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1762IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 291mg | Iron: 2mg