Slice the stalk finely
Thin stalk slices cook at a similar speed to small florets. First remove the fibrous outer layer generously.
European Recipe
Broccoli and chestnut soup
Chestnuts thicken the blended broccoli soup without cream. Lemon adds freshness, while lightly toasted chestnut pieces provide a little bite.
Total time
35 min
Calories
248 kcal
Servings
3 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Broccoli and chestnuts in one pot
This autumn soup also uses the peeled broccoli stalks. Precooked chestnuts keep preparation simple and give the blended soup body. A small portion is reserved for the topping. The quantities make three light meals; additional sides are not included.
Vegetarian Dinners
One-Pot Recipes
Autumn Recipes
Vegetables
Recipe
Broccoli and chestnut soup
Broccoli and precooked chestnuts make a smooth vegan soup with few ingredients and a small chestnut topping.
Ingredients
3 servings
Method
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1
Prepare vegetables
Divide broccoli into small florets and thinly slice the peeled stalk. Chop onion and garlic. Reserve 30 g of the chestnuts for the topping and roughly chop them.
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2
Toast chestnuts and cook onion
Lightly toast the chopped chestnuts in a large dry saucepan over medium heat for 2 minutes, then remove. Heat oil in the same pan and cook onion for 3 minutes. Briefly cook garlic with it.
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3
Simmer soup
Add broccoli, remaining chestnuts, water and salt. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer over low heat for about 12 minutes until the stalk pieces are also tender.
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4
Blend and serve
Remove the pan from the heat and carefully blend until smooth. Stir in lemon juice and pepper. Add a little water if needed and briefly heat again. Divide between bowls and scatter over the reserved chestnuts.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Broccoli and chestnut soup
Reserve chestnuts for the surface
The small topping adds bite to the blended soup. The remaining chestnuts thicken the soup itself.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Replace broccoli with the same trimmed weight of cauliflower. Cook until tender; colour and nutritional values change.
Replace black pepper with the same quantity of white pepper. The flavour changes and nutritional values may differ slightly.
Nutrition per serving
248kcal
31.2 gCarbohydrates
8.4 gProtein
7.3 gFat
Values are estimates per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Broccoli and chestnut soup
The quantity is for already cooked, fully peeled chestnuts. Cook and peel fresh chestnuts separately first, then weigh the edible amount; the extra time is not included.
Yes. Finely blended chestnuts thicken the liquid while broccoli forms the vegetable base. The basic version contains neither cream nor milk.
Yes. Fully cook the same quantity of unseasoned frozen broccoli according to the package. Check the cooking time; the nutritional estimate uses fresh broccoli.
After blending, gradually stir in a little water and heat again. Adjust seasoning afterwards to account for the additional liquid.
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