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Cheesy Broccoli Cannellini Bean Soup (Vegan and Gluten-Free)

December 9, 2019 by JennifersKitchen 6 Comments

Vegan Soup

Cheesy Broccoli Cannellini Bean Soup – Creamy comfort food in a bowl.

This soup has such a lovely, rich flavor, you’d think that it was made with lots of fattening cheese and heavy cream. Instead, delicious Cheesy Broccoli Cannellini Bean Soup is made with a velvety, plant-powered cheese sauce; tender, anti-oxidant-rich broccoli; slimming cannellini beans; and a ton of flavor!

And it’s ready in less than 30 minutes!
Vegan Soup

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Cheesy Broccoli Cannellini Bean Soup FAQS

1. I don’t like broccoli. Will I like this soup?

You might. Most broccoli-haters tend to have a change of mind when the broccoli is smothered in the delicious cheese sauce in this soup. The addition of beans also helps broccoli-haters like this soup a little better.

My recommendation: Use a little less broccoli than the recipe calls for and cut it into very small pieces. You could also double the bean amount. Give it a try!

2. How can I keep this soup warm so I can take it for lunch?

This cute little lunch warmer is a great way to take this delicious soup to work with you and have it nice and warm for lunch.

3. Can I use frozen broccoli to make this soup?

You could, but I don’t recommend it. The flavor will be lacking, and the texture is not so great. I definitely recommend fresh broccoli.

4. How long does this Cheesy Broccoli Cannellini Bean Soup last in the refrigerator?

If chilled immediately after cooking, it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

5. Can I freeze this broccoli soup?

I’ve never had enough leftovers to find out. Let me know if you try.

6. Is this Cheesy Broccoli Cannellini Bean Soup vegan?

Yes, it is. So now you can invite your weird, carrot-munching, vegan friends over for lunch.

7. I’m not vegan. Will I like this soup?

I think you will. Even the most dedicated carnivores gobble up this soup.

8. Is this soup gluten-free?

Yep.

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Health Benefits of Broccoli

You probably know that broccoli is good for you, but did you know …

Broccoli helps you lose weight

Broccoli is loaded with healthy fiber and other natural, plant chemicals that pull fat out of your body, help regulate appetite, and help maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Great for weight loss!

Broccoli kills cancer

Broccoli contains sulforaphane, a natural, plant chemical that has been shown to actually halt human breast cancer cells, prevent the reproduction of prostate cancer cells, and reduce the risk of other types of cancer as well.

Broccoli reduces inflammation

Broccoli contains several bioactive compounds that work synergistically to reduce inflammation in the body’s tissues.

Broccoli reduces your risk of a heart attack

Broccoli is packed with soluble fiber that draws cholesterol out of your body. Plus, it contains other nutrients that help regulate blood pressure.

Broccoli fights diabetes

The fiber, antioxidants, and other natural chemicals in broccoli help control blood sugar and can even reduce insulin resistance.

Broccoli keeps you young-looking

Broccoli is packed with lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, and other antioxidants that fight the free radicals responsible for ageing.

Broccoli makes strong bones

Broccoli is a good source of calcium and vitamin K, both of which are important for bone health and prevention of osteoporosis.

Vegan Broccoli Cheese Soup

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Cheesy Broccoli and Cannellini Bean Soup

Cook 20 mins

Total 20 mins

You’ll be amazed at how delicious and creamy this healthy and slimming soup is.

Ingredients

  • 1/2  medium onion, diced small
  • 1  teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/4  cups water (or half water and half broth)
  • 5 - 6 cups chopped broccoli florets (about 12 to 14 ounces or 1 small head broccoli)
  • 1  cup Healthy 5-Minute Cheese Sauce (or more if desired; see note)
  • 1 teaspoon granulated onion
  • 1  pinch dried rosemary
  • 1  pinch dried sage
  • 3/4  cup (half of a 14-ounce can) cannellini beans, lightly drained (not rinsed)
  • 1/2  cup (approximately) water or broth
  • carrot shreds for garnish – optional

Instructions

  1. Lightly sauté onion in oil over medium heat (about 4 minutes).
  2. Add garlic and sauté for one more minute.
  3. Add 1 1/4 cup water and turn heat to high. Add broccoli, cover, and bring to a boil. When water comes to a boil, stir, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until broccoli is tender but not mushy (about 7 to 8 minutes).
  4. Meanwhile, prepare sauce if not already made.
  5. When broccoli is tender, stir in cheese sauce, seasonings, and beans.
  6. Add enough water or broth to reach desired consistency. Heat until hot.

Serve hot.

Notes

The 5-Minute Cheese Sauce recipe makes about two cups of cheese sauce. You can use the extra as a delicious topping for baked potatoes, or, if desired, you can add more to the soup.

Yield:

Makes 4 to 5 cups of soup. The exact yield will depend on how much broccoli you use, how much cheese sauce you use (step 5), and how much water or broth you add (step 6).

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Comments

  1. Esther

    January 15, 2020 at 8:21 pm

    Made this soup today for my family and it was a winner! Served with garlic toast and salad, it made a filling meal.

    Recipe notes:
    -I used broth I had leftover from boiling gluten steaks
    -at the end I made a slurry of 1 TBS cornstarch and a couple TBS of water and stirred it in to give it a little more creamy, thickened texture.
    -next time I’ll try to chop my brocolli smaller/finer… lol!

    Reply
  2. Laura L Vanorsdal

    February 16, 2020 at 5:40 pm

    Yum!!!!! So very tasty. 😁😁👍👍👍

    Reply
  3. Neva

    April 28, 2020 at 7:47 pm

    One of our favorite soups! We often exchange the broccoli for shredded green cabbage that I saute with the onion..

    Reply
    • JennifersKitchen

      April 29, 2020 at 4:44 pm

      Mmmm … that’s a good idea to use cabbage. I think I’ll give that a try.
      Thanks for your comment, Neva. I’m really happy you like the soup.

      Reply
  4. Elaine Cobbler

    November 10, 2020 at 7:26 pm

    Cant wait to try these. I can actually eat and not starve myself trying to loose weight!! So thankful for this!!!

    Reply
    • JennifersKitchen

      November 10, 2020 at 7:27 pm

      You’re welcome, Elaine. I hope you like it!

      Reply

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