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    Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    Published: Nov 18, 2019 · Modified: Sep 8, 2020 by Rosa · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

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    Broccoli cheddar soup is immensely comforting. It’s creamy, luscious, and velvety, with tons and tons of mouthwatering flavour. This utterly delicious soup recipe is perfect on a chilly night or any time you’re craving cheesy goodness. Bonus, it’s vegan, gluten free and oil free!

    bowl of broccoli cheddar soup with cashews scattered around it

    Is it just me, or are you totally obsessed with cheesy soups?

    It’s been many years since I had a broccoli cheddar soup from Panera but I haven’t forgotten the thick, creamy, deliciousness. Now I’m not going to call this a Panera copycat broccoli cheddar soup, because let’s face it. There’s no actual cheese in here.

    BUT!

    You will be wowed by it’s amazing cheesy flavour.

    two bowls of broccoli cheese soup

    How do you make broccoli cheddar soup?

    Begin by putting some water to boil, either in a kettle or small pot on the stove. Make sure it’s enough to more than cover your cashews and put them to soak for at least 15 minutes.

    Meanwhile, prepare your veggies. Peel and chop all your vegetables and don’t worry about perfectly uniform sized pieces since the soup will be pureed later.

    The only exception is the broccoli. Make sure to cut your broccoli into small bite size florets since these will remain whole.

    chopped cauliflower, carrots, broccoli, potatoes, onion, and celery in bowls

    Now, add a tablespoon or two of water into a large sauce pot, followed by the onion, carrots and celery. Sauté until softened, and then add the cauliflower, potatoes, nutritional yeast, broth, and all the seasoning to the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium low. Cook until vegetables are soft, approx 8-10 minutes.

    Meanwhile add your broccoli to a small sauce pot or skillet, cover with water and cook until tender, about 4-6 minutes. Don’t overcook.

    pot of carrots, cauliflower, potatoes, onion, celery to make soup

    How do you make vegan cheddar sauce?

    While the soup and broccoli are cooking, prepare your vegan cheddar sauce. Drain your cashews, and gather all the remaining ingredients. Add everything to your blender and process on high until smooth and creamy.

    Make sure there are no loose bits of cashews floating around, so process a little longer if needed.

    blender with cashews, making vegan cheddar sauce

    By this point, your soup should be cooked. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth.

    Then stir in the broccoli and pour in your cheddar sauce. Mix until combined.

    stirring broccoli and cheese sauce into large pot of soup

    Ladle into bowls and serve. If you want even more added cheesiness, you may sprinkle with some vegan Parmesan cheese. Or add some chili flakes to turn up the heat.

    spoon of broccoli cheddar soup being held over bowl 

    What to serve with broccoli cheddar soup

    My favourites include crusty bread or these veggie wraps. Or, since the soup is quite filling and rich, you may want to opt for a fresh salad to balance the richness.

    How long does it keep?

    The soup will keep refrigerated for 4-5 days. To reheat, use a deeper pot with a lid and heat over medium low. Because the soup is very thick, heating will cause it to bubble and splash. So keep the lid on to keep your kitchen mess free. 🙂

    hand holding spoon inside bowl of broccoli cheddar soup

    More favourite soup recipes

    • Healthy Broccoli Potato Soup
    • Vegan Mushroom Soup (Veloute)
    • Thai Peanut Chickpea Soup Instant Pot
    • Dairy Free Jalapeno Popper Soup
    • Vegan Chicken Soup w/ Jackfruit & Potato
    • Broccoli Almond Soup
    • Or check out this collection of the very best healthy vegan soup recipes!

    If you tried this recipe, please let me know about it in the comments below. I always love hearing from you! Don’t forget to Subscribe to This Healthy Kitchen to be among the first to get my new recipes! You can also FOLLOW ME on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter to see more delicious food and get all the latest updates.

    Buon appetito,
    Rosa

    bowl of broccoli cheddar soup with cashews scattered around it

    Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    Vegan broccoli cheddar soup is comforting, rich, and utterly delicious. Perfect on a chilly night or any time you're craving cheesy goodness.
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    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Course: Soup
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 298kcal
    Author: Rosa

    Equipment

    • Immersion Blender
    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 yellow onion finely chopped
    • 1 celery stalk diced
    • 2 large carrots diced
    • 4 cups cauliflower florets approx. 1 small head
    • 1 pound yellow potatoes peeled & cut into 1-inch cubes (approx 3.5 cups cubed)
    • 2 cups cubed sweet potato approx. 1 medium potato
    • 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
    • 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt or more to taste
    • 4 cups broccoli cut into bite size florets (fresh or frozen)

    For the Vegan Cheddar Sauce

    • 1 cup raw cashews
    • ¾ cup water plus 1-2 tablespoons if needed
    • â…“ cup nutritional yeast
    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch or tapioca flour
    • 1 tablespoon white miso paste
    • 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
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    Instructions

    • Add the onion, celery and carrots to a large pot with a tablespoon or two of water. Sauté over medium heat until softened, approx 5 minutes. Add more water if needed to prevent sticking.
    • Then add the cauliflower, both potatoes, broth, and all the seasoning to the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium low. Cook until the vegetables are soft, approx 8-10 minutes.
    • In a separate pot or skillet, cover your broccoli with water and bring to a boil, then lower heat to simmer and cook until fork tender, approx 4-6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
    • While the soup and broccoli are cooking, add all the cheddar sauce ingredients to your blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
    • Use an immersion blender to puree your pot of soup until smooth. Then stir in the cooked broccoli and the cheddar sauce and mix well. Enjoy.

    Notes

    If you do not have a highspeed blender, soak your cashews in boiling hot water for 15-20 minutes and then drain. This will soften them, making them easier to blend.
    Cook the broccoli separately. You may use a steamer, another pot, or a skillet, but separately is best. Once the soup is pureed, it's very thick and the broccoli won't cook well in the same pot. 
    Use a deep pot to avoid splashes when pureeing your soup with an immersion blender.
    For soy free, omit the miso paste and add a pinch more sea salt.
    The soup will keep refrigerated for 3-4 days, just reheat and enjoy.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 646mg | Potassium: 1140mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 11013IU | Vitamin C: 94mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 4mg
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    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.
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    1. Ali

      February 12, 2020 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      We really enjoyed this soup. A great one for kids as there is so much hidden veg. So delicious. Thanks for another great recipe😊

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      • rosa

        February 12, 2020 at 6:54 pm

        Thanks so much for the feedback Ali! So glad you enjoyed. 🙂

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