Makes six servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Soup
- 2 lbs. broccoli crowns
- ½ cup minced onion
- 4 cups water
- 2 tsp. salt
- Juice from half a lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- 3 to 4 oz. smoked trout fillet, flaked
- ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
- Freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
Directions
In a large pot over medium-high heat, simmer the broccoli and onion in the salted water until just tender, about eight to 10 minutes. Don’t overcook the broccoli: It should still be a vibrant green color.
Transfer the cooked broccoli, onions, and liquid to a blender or a food processor and purée in batches until the soup reaches a smooth consistency. Season to taste with a squeeze of lemon, plus salt and pepper.
Return the soup to the pan and warm before serving, if desired. Serve in individual bowls topped with the smoked trout, fresh chives, and Parmesan.
Excerpted with the permission of VeloPress from Feed Zone Table by Chef Biju Thomas and Allen Lim, PhD. Try more recipes at feedzonecookbook.com.
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Photography by Aaron Colussi
