Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Description

Broccoli Cheddar Soup lunchbox ideas | easy school lunch | superfood weeknight meals | superfood broccoli soup

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
4 cups fresh baby spinach
4 cups Broccoli (cooked and divided)
1 cup Cooked Quinoa (or use the quinoa/lentil blend from p. 18 of my cookbook!)
1 quart organic chicken broth (or sub veggie broth to keep vegetarian)
1⁄4 cup Almond Meal
1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
1⁄4 teaspoon onion powder
1⁄2 teaspoon Sea Salt
2 cups Horizon Organic Cheddar Shredded Cheese (plus more for garnish)
1⁄4 cup Plain greek yogurt
2 tablespoons Butter

Notes

*for the lunchbox: serve with cantaloupe, fresh blueberries, milk, and peanut butter crackers (optional)

Instructions

In a large pan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the spinach and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until soft and wilted, but not brown. Transfer to a blender.
To the blender with the spinach, add 2 cups (142 g) of broccoli, the Quinoa-Lentil Blend, chicken broth, almond meal, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and sea salt. Blend until smooth.
Pour the blended mixture into a large stockpot over mediumhigh heat.
Coarsely chop the remaining 2 cups (142 g) of broccoli and add it to the stockpot. Stir in 2 cups (225 g) of Cheddar cheese, the yogurt, and butter. Heat for 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely.
Serve with the bread for dipping and top with more Cheddar cheese (if using).

Yields 6 Servings