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A thick, creamy green soup with fine broccoli flecks and a few small florets, served in a bowl.
●Low GI

Broccoli soup Calories

High in fiber, source of vitamin C

In season: Autumn · Winter · Spring

CALORIES · 100 G

38kcal

GI

25low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

180mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.9g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Broccoli soup (240 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.4 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 4.6 g of fiber. Its 105.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Broccoli soup Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

91

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

13.4g

· 5% DV

Protein

5g

· 10% DV

Fat

2.6g

· 3% DV

Fiber

4.6g

· 16% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 21% · Fat 24%

Broccoli soup nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories91 kcal
Total fat2.6 g3%
Saturated fat0.48 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium528 mg23%
Total carbohydrate13.4 g5%
Fiber4.6 g16%
Protein5 g10%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Broccoli soup?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g91 kcal
100 g100 g38 kcal
1 serving (small)150 g57 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g68 kcal
1 bottle (small)200 g76 kcal
1 bottle (medium)250 g95 kcal
1 serving (large)300 g114 kcal
1 bottle (large)330 g125 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g133 kcal
1 bottle (large)400 g152 kcal
1 bottle (jumbo)500 g190 kcal

Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Broccoli soup

How do you make broccoli soup?

To make broccoli soup, simmer broccoli with onion in broth until tender, then blend until smooth. Add potato for a thicker texture, or leave some florets unblended if you prefer a chunkier bowl.

Can you freeze broccoli soup?

Yes, broccoli soup freezes well, especially when it is made without cream. Cool it, divide it into airtight portions, and freeze; thaw in the refrigerator and stir thoroughly while reheating to bring the texture back together.

How do you keep broccoli soup bright green?

Cook the broccoli only until tender and blend the soup promptly to help it stay bright green. Prolonged boiling dulls the color, so reheat gently and avoid leaving the soup simmering for a long time.

How do you thicken broccoli soup without flour?

You can thicken broccoli soup without flour by adding potato, blending in more of the cooked broccoli, or stirring in white beans. These options add body without making a flour-based roux.

Can you make broccoli soup with frozen broccoli?

Yes, frozen broccoli works well in broccoli soup and can go straight into the pot without thawing. It may soften faster than fresh florets, so check it early and stop cooking once it is tender.

Why does broccoli soup taste bitter?

Broccoli soup can taste bitter if the broccoli is old or has been cooked for too long. Use fresh-tasting florets and cook them just until tender; potato or a little cream can soften a mildly bitter flavor.

What can you serve with broccoli soup?

Broccoli soup pairs well with crusty bread, a grilled cheese sandwich, or a simple green salad. For a more filling meal, serve it with a baked potato or a sandwich with beans, eggs, or chicken.

How long does broccoli soup last in the fridge?

Broccoli soup keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly, reheat only the portion you need until steaming hot, and avoid repeatedly cooling and reheating the same batch.

Can broccoli soup be made without cream?

Yes, broccoli soup can be creamy without any cream. Blend the cooked broccoli with some potato or white beans, or simply blend the soup thoroughly; the vegetables give it a smooth, rich texture.

Is broccoli soup good for you?

Broccoli soup can be a nourishing way to eat broccoli, especially when it is made with vegetables and a modest amount of cream or oil. A very salty broth or generous additions of cheese and cream can make it less balanced.

Broccoli soup Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

105.6µg · 88% DV

Vitamin C

52.8mg · 59% DV

Folate

76.8µg · 19% DV

B6

0.31mg · 18% DV

Minerals

Sodium

528mg · 23% DV

Manganese

0.31mg · 13% DV

Phosphorus

91mg · 13% DV

Potassium ⭐

432mg · 13% DV

Broccoli soup Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

25
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

4.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Broccoli soup

To burn the 91 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

23min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

9min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

12min

Cycling

🏊

11min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Broccoli soup?

Broccoli soup is made by simmering broccoli, often with onion and stock, then serving it chunky or blending it smooth. It has no single point of origin; versions with milk, cream or potato are common in home cooking around the world. The flavour is gently savoury and green, while a blended bowl has a soft, velvety texture. In many English-speaking homes, it works as a warming lunch or a first course at dinner, often served with crusty bread or alongside a sandwich.

Broccoli soup is a vegetable-forward choice with fibre, and broccoli contributes vitamin C. For a lighter bowl, use stock instead of cream; add beans or serve it with whole-grain bread if you want a more filling meal.

How Nutritious Is Broccoli soup?

Nutrient density

High

70/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

49/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Broccoli soup Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Broccoli soup Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Broccoli soup Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Broccoli soup Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.48g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.24g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.48g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.