Broccoli soup with Cactus and Gruyere Cheese

Serves

6-Apr

Cook Time

10 min

Total Time

20 min

Soup

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This broccoli soup is another easy weeknight meal or a nice side dish to a bigger menu with protein. A great way to get some avocado fats, protein, and complex carbs in. I like to use Gruyere cheese giving it a nice gourmet and smooth texture. You can use a white sharp cheddar for a more salty and rustic texture depending on what you're looking for or if you're pairing it with other dishes.

Ingredients

2 1/2-3 cups vegetable broth
6 cups broccoli crowns
1 14-ounce can white beans like cannellini beans, rinsed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup cactus diced
1 cup gruyere cheese
Garnish Avocado Gruyere cheese

Directions

In medium pot bring broth to a boil then add broccoli.
Cook until tender, about 8 minutes.
In a medium pan add olive oil.
When hot add the cactus and sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
Drain the broccoli reserving 3c of broth.
Add the broccoli, broth, and beans to a blender.
Pulse until combined, add the cheese and cactus then puree.
Add salt, taste adjust for seasoning and texture Garnish with avocado and a sprinkle of the gruyere cheese Serve warm.