“Creamy” Broccoli Soup

Ingredients

1 Tbsp coconut or extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

1 medium yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

1 head broccoli, trimmed and chopped (6 cups)

3 cups baby spinach

1 avocado, chopped, plus more for garnish

Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Heat oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil. Add broccoli and cook, covered, until bright green and tender, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat, stir in spinach, and let cool slightly.

Transfer soup to blend and puree with avocado. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with avocado and a drizzle of olive oil.

*Note* – I made without spinach (because I was out) and did not drizzle olive oil at the end.  I also added half of a can of coconut milk for extra creaminess.  I used a blender, and blended in batches, but an immersion hand blender would work best.  Definitely don’t skip the avocado as garnish, it’s delish.

Recipe from: Whole Living