Easy Dairy-Free Broccoli Soup

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional, for a cheesy flavor)
• Fresh herbs for garnish (such as parsley or chives)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the broccoli thoroughly and chop it into florets. Peel and dice the potato, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.

2. Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, for about 3-4 minutes.

3. Add Broccoli and Potato: Add the broccoli florets and diced potato to the pot. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes.

4. Pour in Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring that the broccoli and potato are mostly covered. Bring the mixture to a boil.

5. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the broccoli and potato are tender.

6. Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender or transferring the mixture carefully to a blender (in batches if necessary), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.

7. Seasoning: Add salt, pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), and nutritional yeast (if using) to the blended soup. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

8. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot.

This soup is versatile, so feel free to adjust the seasonings and thickness according to your preference. Enjoy your dairy-free broccoli soup!