Broccoli Soup

Broccoli is a hardy crucifer that is rich in cancer-fighting phytochemicals and a must-eat green veg that can be enjoyed raw or cooked. We love tranforming broccoli into this healthy, satisfying, restorative soup.
Broccoli is a hardy crucifer that is rich in cancer-fighting phytochemicals and a must-eat green veg that can be enjoyed raw or cooked. We love tranforming broccoli into this healthy, satisfying, restorative soup.

Broccoli Soup

Serves 4

Ingredients:

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• 2 tablespoons olive oil

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• 2 leeks, ends trimmed, white parts and tender green parts thinly sliced (do not use tougher green parts)

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• 4 cups vegetable broth

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• Generous pinch of red pepper flakes

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• 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets

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• 6 cups spinach

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• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon thyme

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• 3 tablespoons creamy almond butter

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• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

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• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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• Toasted sliced almonds for garnish

Directions:

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1. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add leek and cook, stirring often, until tender.

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2. Add broth and red pepper flakes and bring to a boil. Add broccoli, cover pan, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until broccoli is just tender.

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3. Remove from heat and stir in spinach, lemon thyme, and almond butter, stirring until spinach is wilted and almond butter is melted into soup.

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4. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper.

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5. Working in batches, puree soup in a food processor or blender. Serve immediately garnished with almonds.

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