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Low-calorie soup rich in vitamins C and K
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Low-Cream Broccoli Soup (240 g) has 89 calories. That works out to 37 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 4.6 g of fiber. Its 139.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 116% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
89
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
11.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
5g
· 10% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% 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 47% · Protein 20% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 89 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.14 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 89 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 300 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 360 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 185 kcal |
Calculated from 37 calories per 100 g.
To make low-cream broccoli soup, soften onion, add broccoli and stock, and simmer until the florets are tender. Blend until smooth, stir in a small amount of cream, then warm gently without boiling. Season with black pepper, garlic, or nutmeg.
Low-cream broccoli soup is often watery because it has too much stock for the amount of broccoli, or because frozen broccoli releases extra liquid. Simmer it uncovered to reduce the liquid, or blend in cooked potato for a thicker texture.
Yes, you can make low-cream broccoli soup without cream. Blend some of the cooked broccoli thoroughly for a naturally smooth texture, or stir in milk or an unsweetened plant-based alternative; add it near the end and avoid a hard boil.
Cook the broccoli only until tender to help low-cream broccoli soup keep its bright green colour. Overcooking dulls the colour and can bring out a stronger cabbage-like flavour. Blending promptly and serving soon after cooking also helps.
Yes, low-cream broccoli soup can be frozen, though cream may separate or turn grainy when thawed. For the best texture, freeze the soup before adding cream, thaw it in the refrigerator, reheat gently, and stir in the cream just before serving.
Crusty bread, a simple green salad, or a cheese toastie goes well with low-cream broccoli soup. For a more filling meal, serve it with a sandwich or a protein-rich side; mild accompaniments let the broccoli flavour stand out.
Cooked potato is an easy way to thicken low-cream broccoli soup without flour. Blend it into the soup, or blend more of the broccoli for a thicker result. Reducing the soup uncovered also works, but stir often to prevent sticking.
Low-cream broccoli soup can fit into a weight-loss meal because it is relatively light and provides vegetables in a filling, warm form. A large amount of cheese, cream, or buttery bread can make the meal more energy-dense, so consider the toppings as well.
Low-cream broccoli soup keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until steaming hot, rather than repeatedly warming the whole batch.
Yes, low-cream broccoli soup can be a main meal if you pair it with something more substantial. Add beans or serve it with eggs, a sandwich, or whole-grain bread to make the meal more satisfying than soup alone.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
139.2µg · 116% DV
Vitamin C
60mg · 67% DV
Folate
86.4µg · 22% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Sodium
528mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
122mg · 17% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
504mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 89 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Low-Cream Broccoli Soup is made by cooking broccoli and blending it with a modest amount of cream; recipes often include onion and stock as well. It can be silky smooth or left with small pieces, and its mild, green broccoli flavour remains more prominent than the cream. Serve it hot as a starter or a light meal, with bread for dipping.
Across many English-speaking kitchens, it works well for a simple lunch or as the opening course at dinner. Broccoli brings vitamins C and K, while the soup is relatively low in calories. Pair it with whole-grain bread or a sandwich if you want a more filling meal; for an especially light bowl, keep the cream modest and blend the broccoli thoroughly for body.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
SATURATED
2.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.