Broccoli Cheese Soup

Yield: 2 cups (480 ml)




Speed: Variable to High
Time: 5-6 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup (240 ml) skim or low fat milk
1/3 cup (40 g) shredded, low fat cheddar cheese
1 cup (100 g) chopped fresh or frozen broccoli or cauliflower, steamed
1 teaspoon diced onion
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon chicken or vegetable bouillon or soup base
 
1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
2. Select Variable 1.
3. Turn machine on and quickly increase to Variable 10, then to High.
4. Blend for 5-6 minutes or until heavy steam escapes from the vented lid.
 
Note: Serve over steamed broccoli pieces. (optional)

Health Classification: Low Fat, Low Cholesterol, Heart Healthy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
 
Meal Type: Soups
 

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup (240 ml)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 112  
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g
Saturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 7mg
Sodium 228mg
Total Carbohydrate 12g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 1g  
Protein 12g  
Vitamin A 12%
  • Vitamin C 54%
    Calcium 29%
  • Iron 4%
    *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on you calorie needs:
      Calories: 2000 2500
    Total Fat Less than 65g 80g
    Sat Fat Less than 20g 25g
    Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg
    Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg
    Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g
    Dietary Fiber   25g 30g
    Calories per gram:
    Fat 9
  • Carbohydrate 4
  • Protein 4