Creamy vegan potato broccoli cheddar soup made with dairy-free cheese. A comforting, plant-based soup perfect for cozy meals.
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- ¾ cup dairy-free cheddar-style shreds
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
First, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft.
Next, add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
Then, add the potatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 12–15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
After that, add the broccoli and cook for another 5 minutes.
Next, blend part or all of the soup until creamy, depending on your texture preference.
Then, stir in the plant-based milk, dairy-free cheddar, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently until melted and creamy.
Finally, taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Extra creamy: Blend the entire soup and add cashew cream.
- Chunky style: Blend only half of the soup.
- Spicy kick: Add cayenne or hot sauce.
- Oil-free: Sauté with broth instead of oil.
- Protein boost: Add white beans or lentils.
🌟 Benefits of Vegan Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup
First, this soup offers comforting, cheesy flavor without dairy.
Additionally, potatoes provide energy-rich carbohydrates and potassium.
Moreover, broccoli delivers fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
Furthermore, nutritional yeast adds B vitamins and umami taste.
In addition, this soup is naturally vegan and easily gluten-free.
Finally, it’s perfect for meal prep and family-friendly meals.
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
To make this soup kid-friendly, blend it completely for a smooth texture and reduce the smoked paprika. You can also add extra dairy-free cheddar or serve with soft bread for dipping, making it more appealing to kids.
