Roasted Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Soup (Gluten-Free)

broccoli and cheddar soup in blue bowl, topped with cheese, salad in background.

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Roasted Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Soup (Gluten-Free)

This roasted broccoli cheddar soup recipe is rich, creamy, and deeply comforting — the perfect bowl of soup for cosy days when you want something nourishing yet satisfying.

Prep Time15

Cook Time10

Total Time25

Course: Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: All cuisines, American, British

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 348kcal

Author: Sonia

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Oil
1 tbsp butter
4 garlic cloves
2 red chillies
1 onion
½ cup cashew nuts
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 cups water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Roasted broccoli

1 Broccoli head cut into small broccoli florets
2 garlic cloves
Pinch of salt and pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

Roasting broccoli:
Cut 1 large head of fresh broccoli into florets (and peeled stems). Add 2 garlic cloves. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Air fry at 190°C for 15 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelised, stirring intermittently to ensure even roasting.
Making the soup:
Heat oil and butter on medium to high heat in a large pan. Add the garlic and red chillies and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add onions and and cook gently until soft and translucent, for 1-2 minutes.
Add cashew nuts, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook briefly for 2-3 minutes.
Add the roasted broccoli and wat er, reduce to a very low simmer and cook for 1 minute.
Blend until smooth using a food processor or blender (an immersion blender will give a thicker consistency).
Transfer the blended soup into the pan. Add the cheese, and stir gently on low heat for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese has melted. Serve fresh and enjoy.

Notes

Blend using a blendeer or food processor: for a silky, creamy texture.
Roast the broccoli: this is the secret ingredient that gives this soup its depth and best texture. This step ensures the broccoli develops its best flavor (air frying helps roast the broccoli without needing high heat for a long time).
Use entire broccoli: Use both the broccoli florets and tender broccoli stems for flavor and extra nutrition. Wash thoroughly, trim and peel the stalk and separate the large head into smaller individual florets.

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