Cabbage And Broccoli Soup​ UK

This easy Cabbage and Broccoli Soup is a nutritious and creamy dish perfect for a quick meal. Packed with vibrant vegetables, it can be easily adapted with common ingredients you have on hand. Enjoy it hot, and consider topping it with crispy croutons for added texture!

Ingredients Needed

• 1 tablespoon (15g) butter
• 1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped
• 2 celery sticks, sliced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 medium cabbage, washed and chopped
• 300g (10.5 oz) purple sprouting broccoli (or green broccoli)
• 800ml (about 3 1/3 cups) vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
• Pinch of salt
• Plenty of black pepper to season

How To Make Cabbage And Broccoli Soup​

1. Heat the Butter: In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the butter over medium heat.
2. Cook the Onions: Add the onions and cook for a few minutes until softened.
3. Add Celery and Carrots: Stir in the celery and carrots and sweat for a few more minutes.
4. Add Cabbage: Add the chopped cabbage, cooking and stirring frequently until it wilts down.
5. Incorporate Broccoli: Add the chopped broccoli and continue sweating all the vegetables for a few more minutes.
6. Add Stock: Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a boil.
7. Season: Add the mixed herbs and salt.
8. Simmer: Reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until all the vegetables are soft.
9. Blend: Use a food processor to whizz the soup until smooth, then return it to the pan.
10. Reheat and Adjust Seasoning: Reheat the soup gently and adjust the seasoning to taste.

Recipe Tips

• Chop vegetables evenly: Chop all the vegetables into similar-sized pieces so they cook at the same time and are soft.
• Cook vegetables slowly: Don’t rush! Let the onions, celery, and carrots cook slowly to bring out more flavor.
• Blend the soup in small amounts: If your blender is small, blend the soup in small portions to avoid spills and get a smooth texture.
• Taste after blending: After blending the soup, taste it and add more salt or pepper if needed, as blending can change the flavor.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: First, let the leftover Cabbage and Broccoli Soup cool until it reaches room temperature. Then, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Allow the soup to cool completely before pouring it into a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. To thaw, place the container in the fridge overnight or let it sit at room temperature for a few hours before reheating.
• Reheat: Pour the soup into a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir occasionally for about 5-10 minutes, or until it reaches your desired temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 800mg
• Potassium: 800mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 24g
• Dietary Fiber: 8g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 6g

Try More Easy Soups:

• Roasted Tomato Soup
• Pea And Ham Soup With Mustard Croûtes
• Northern Irish Vegetable Soup​ UK
• Courgette And Spinach Soup​ UK