Floret Soup

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Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 3/4 lb. broccoli, cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 c. dried pastina
  • 5 c. vegetable broth
  • salt and pepper to taste (I use freshly ground pepper)

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan and saute the garlic for about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the tiny florets, garlic and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender.
  3. Stir pastina into the florets mixture.
  4. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then add the vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper, cover and bring to a boil.
  5. Simmer for about 10 minutes, until pastina is cooked and the florets have softened.
  6. Serve with warm fresh bread. Serves 4 to 6.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

319 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.4g 5% DV
Total Fat 29.4g 38% DV
Carbs 11.6g 4% DV
Fiber 1.3g 4% DV
Sugar 1.3g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9901.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 97.8mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 26.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 7.2mg 8% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 38.5mg 3% DV
Iron 1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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