A recent statement form the American Heart Association explains that there is increasing evidence that the consumption of soy protein in place of anima protein lowers blood cholesterol levels and may provide other cardiovascular benefits. Find comfort in this blended veggie soup (that features both soybeans and soy milk) to show both your heart and your taste buds some love.
Cream of Roasted Broccoli & Edamame Soup
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Ingredients
- 6 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- ¾ teaspoon coarse salt, divided and more to taste
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups frozen, shelled edamame soybeans
- 2 cups unsalted vegetable stock gluten free
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup soymilk
- 2 ounces herbed goat cheese
- ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°. On a large baking sheet, toss broccoli florets with 2 teaspoons olive oil and ¼ teaspoon salt. Spread broccoli evenly on the sheet and roast for 18–20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic in remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil until tender, about 5–7 minutes. Add edamame, vegetable stock and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer over low heat until edamame is very tender, about 20 minutes.
- Reserve a few roasted broccoli florets and set aside for garnish. Carefully transfer the remaining broccoli and the edamame mixture (with liquid) to a large food processor or blender, working in batches, if necessary. Process the mixture until puréed. Add soy milk, goat cheese, remaining ½ teaspoon salt and the pepper. Process until very smooth.
- Serve soup immediately or reheat in saucepan over low heat until desired temperature is reached. Garnish each serving with a few roasted broccoli florets on top.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Cream of Roasted Broccoli & Edamame Soup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g
9%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 6mg
2%
Sodium 624mg
26%
Total Carbohydrates 19g
6%
Dietary Fiber 7g
28%
Sugars 6g
Protein 15g
30%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
PER SERVING (1½ cups): 218 cal, 6g fat (3g mono, 0g poly, 3g sat), 6mg chol, 624mg sodium, 19g carb (7g fiber, 6g sugars), 15g protein
