Description
This Broccoli Feta Soup is creamy, savory, and Mediterranean-inspired, made with tender broccoli simmered in broth and blended with briny feta cheese for a tangy, rich finish. It’s comforting yet bright, simple enough for weeknight lunches, and elegant enough to serve as a starter for dinner gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Soup
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup whole milk or cream (optional for extra richness)
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
For Garnish (Optional)
- Extra feta
- Olive oil drizzle
- Fresh dill or parsley
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
1. Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat olive oil or butter in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Simmer the Broccoli
- Add broccoli, oregano, broth, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and cook 12–15 minutes, until broccoli is very tender.
3. Blend
- Add feta and blend using an immersion blender until smooth (or carefully transfer to a blender).
- Stir in milk or cream if using.
- Adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Serve
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra feta, herbs, or olive oil.
Notes
- Use extra feta for a stronger briny taste.
- Add spinach for color and a nutrient boost.
- Keep it lighter by omitting cream—feta already adds creaminess.
- Prep Time: PT10M
- Cook Time: PT15M
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop + Blended
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg