Brussels Sprout Soup

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🥦 Brussels Sprout Soup – Complete Recipe Guide

📖 Description

Brussels Sprout Soup is a warm, creamy, and nutritious comfort soup made with fresh Brussels sprouts, onions, garlic, and vegetable stock. Its smooth texture and mild, earthy flavor make it a perfect healthy appetizer or light meal. This soup is rich in fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, and plant-based nutrients, making it ideal for weight loss, digestion, immunity, and heart health.

🕒 Preparation & Cooking Time

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

  • Total Time: 35 minutes

🍽 Servings

Serves: 4 people

🛒 Ingredients

  • 500 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 medium potato, peeled and diced (for creaminess)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

  • 4 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)

  • ½ cup fresh cream or coconut milk (optional)

  • Salt to taste

  • Black pepper to taste

  • ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)

  • Fresh parsley or croutons for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

  2. Add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

  3. Add Brussels sprouts and potato. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring.

  4. Pour in vegetable stock and bring to a boil.

  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until vegetables are tender.

  6. Blend using a hand blender or standard blender until smooth.

  7. Stir in cream (optional), salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

  8. Simmer for 2 more minutes.

  9. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or croutons.

📝 Notes

  • Potato adds natural thickness and creaminess.

  • Coconut milk makes it vegan and dairy-free.

  • Roasting Brussels sprouts before cooking adds deeper flavor.

💡 Tips for Best Flavor

  • Roast Brussels sprouts at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes before cooking for a richer taste.

  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving to brighten flavors.

  • Sprinkle parmesan cheese for extra richness.

  • For spice lovers, add chili flakes or paprika.

🧮 Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approx.)

  • Calories: 160 kcal

  • Protein: 6 g

  • Carbohydrates: 18 g

  • Fiber: 6 g

  • Fat: 7 g

  • Vitamin C: 85% DV

  • Vitamin K: 135% DV

🌱 Health Benefits

  1. Boosts Immunity – Rich in vitamin C & antioxidants

  2. Supports Digestion – High fiber content

  3. Weight Loss Friendly – Low-calorie & filling

  4. Improves Heart Health – Contains potassium & fiber

  5. Anti-inflammatory Properties – Packed with antioxidants

❓ Q & A – Common Questions

Q1: Can I freeze Brussels Sprout Soup?

Yes! Store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

Q2: Does Brussels sprout soup taste bitter?

No — when cooked properly, it becomes mild, creamy, and slightly nutty.

Q3: Can I make it vegan?

Absolutely! Use vegetable stock + coconut milk.

Q4: Is this soup keto-friendly?

Yes — skip the potato and use heavy cream.

Q5: Can kids eat this soup?

Yes! Its smooth texture and mild taste make it kid-friendly.

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