Easy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Creamy, cheesy, and dairy-free! This Easy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe is ready in 30 minutes and packed with flavor. Perfect for a healthy, comforting meal.
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Looking for a cozy, comforting soup that’s 100% plant-based? This Easy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor—without any dairy! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, this recipe uses simple ingredients and takes less than 30 minutes to make.
Traditional broccoli cheddar soup is usually loaded with cheese and cream, but this vegan version gets its rich, cheesy flavor from nutritional yeast and a few plant-based swaps. You’ll love how creamy and hearty it is, while still being completely dairy-free and healthy.
Why You’ll Love This Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Dairy-free, egg-free, and 100% plant-based
Ready in under 30 minutes
Uses simple, wholesome ingredients
Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep
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Easy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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Ingredients:
2-3 tbsp olive oil
1 shallot, chopped
2 gloves garlic, minced
1 russet potato, peeled and chopped
3 carrots, chopped
1/2 cup raw cashews
3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup nutritional yeast
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 cup water
4 cups broccoli, finely chopped
2 cups shredded vegan cheddar cheese
Directions:
Sauté the veggies – In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté shallots, garlic, and carrots until soft.
Add the carrots, potato, cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Blend for creaminess – Use an immersion blender or carefully transfer to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
If the soup is too thick, add 1 cup of water. Stir the vegan cheese and broccoli. Bring the soup to a boil and then let simmer for 10 minutes.
Serve & enjoy!
Easy Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 2 gloves garlic, minced
- 1 russet potato, peeled and chopped
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup water
- 4 cups broccoli, finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded vegan cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Sauté the veggies – In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté shallots, garlic, and carrots until soft.
- Add the carrots, potato, cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend for creaminess – Use an immersion blender or carefully transfer to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If the soup is too thick, add 1 cup of water. Stir the vegan cheese and broccoli. Bring the soup to a boil and then let simmer for 10 minutes.
Tips for the Best Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of coconut milk or cashew cream.
- Want more texture? Blend only half the soup and leave the rest chunky.
- Serve with crusty bread or a vegan grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort meal.
This vegan broccoli cheddar soup is the perfect healthy comfort food for any season. It’s creamy, flavorful, and satisfying—without the dairy!
Looking for more Vegan Stews and Soups?
Slow Cooker Vegan Butternut Squash Soup
Slow Cooker Carrot Ginger Soup
Easy Instant Pot Vegan Minestrone Soup
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