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Broccoli, white beans and Cheddar blend together deliciously in this quick and healthy soup.
Servings: 6 servings, scant 1 cup each
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ease of Preparation: Easy
Health: Low Calorie, Low Carb, High Fiber, Low Sat Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, High Calcium, Heart Healthy, Healthy Weight
Ingredients:
Broccoli, White Bean & Cheddar Soup
1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 pound broccoli crowns , trimmed and chopped (about 6 cups)
1 14-ounce can cannellini beans , rinsed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
Steps:
1: Bring broth and water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Add broccoli, cover and continue cooking until tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in beans, salt and pepper and continue cooking until the beans are heated through, about 1 minute.
2: Transfer half the mixture to a blender with half the cheese and puree. (Use caution when pureeing hot liquids.) Transfer to a bowl. Repeat with the remaining broccoli mixture and cheese. Serve warm.
Nutrition: (Per serving)
Calories - 153
Carbohydrates - 15
Fat - 7
Saturated Fat - 4
Monounsaturated Fat - 0
Protein - 11
Cholesterol - 21
Dietary Fiber - 6
Potassium - 435
Sodium - 437
Nutrition Bonus - Vitamin C (94 daily value), Vitamin A (25 dv), Calcium (21 dv).
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