Sip, Scroll, and Learn (Midlife Edition)

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus cashew soaking time)
Cook Time: 20 minutes

This ultra-creamy dairy-free broccoli soup tastes indulgent enough for a cozy night in, yet it’s made entirely from nourishing whole-food ingredients your midlife body will love.

Blended cashews and white beans create a velvety texture without any cream, while broccoli brings a powerful dose of fiber, antioxidants, and hormone-supportive nutrients. It’s comfort food that’s both soothing and strengthening; a warm reminder that eating for yourself can be both simple and deeply satisfying.

Ingredients

• 2 heads of broccoli, chopped (about 4–5 cups)
• 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked*
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Optional: squeeze of lemon
• *Soak cashews in hot water for 30 minutes or overnight in cold water

Directions

1. Soak cashews in hot water while preparing the other ingredients.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook 5–7 minutes until softened.
3. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
4. Add chopped broccoli and vegetable broth. Simmer 8–10 minutes until broccoli is tender.
5. Add white beans, soaked cashews, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes more.
6. Blend until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender (in batches).
7. Add more salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon to taste.

Nutrition (Approx. per Serving)

• Calories: 310-325 kcal
• Protein: 13-15 g
• Fat: 12-14 g
• Carbs: 32-37 g
• Fiber: 8-10 g