Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, cheesy delight features fresh broccoli and rich cheddar cheese for a flavor-packed experience that warms you from the inside out.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté onion and garlic in your Instant Pot with 1 tbsp olive oil until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add carrots and broccoli; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, stir well, and ensure no veggies are stuck to the bottom.
- Secure the lid and set to high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Perform a quick release of steam carefully.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender. Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Enhance flavor by adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or nutmeg. - For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with almond milk or coconut milk. - Incorporate cooked chicken or swap cheddar for pepper jack cheese for extra kick.