Description
This Simple Brussels Sprout Soup is creamy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Roasting the Brussels sprouts enhances their natural sweetness, creating a rich, comforting soup that’s perfect for chilly days. It’s dairy-free, easy to make, and can be customized with different toppings or mix-ins. A healthy and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
1 pound (450g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional toppings: Croutons, a drizzle of olive oil, or fresh parsley
Instructions
- Roast the Brussels Sprouts:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss Brussels sprouts with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and tender.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Add the roasted Brussels sprouts, vegetable broth, dried thyme, and nutmeg to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend Until Creamy:
- Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
- Stir in almond milk and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve & Garnish:
- Ladle into bowls and top with croutons, a drizzle of olive oil, or fresh parsley.
Notes
For a richer texture, use coconut milk or heavy cream instead of almond milk.
To add protein, blend in white beans or top with crispy chickpeas.
Add a spicy kick with cayenne or smoked paprika.
For a cheesy flavor, stir in grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast.
Prefer a chunky soup? Blend only partially, leaving some whole pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending & Roasting
- Cuisine: American, Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 135 kcal per serving
