Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup (Lightened Up)
A creamy and flavorful Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup that’s light, healthy, and easy to make! Packed with fresh broccoli, tender potatoes, and melted cheddar cheese, this soup delivers all the comfort of Panera Bread’s broccoli cheddar soup without the extra calories or heavy cream. Perfect for cozy nights or meal prep — simple, satisfying, and low in points!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil cooking spray
- 2 medium shallots diced (or substitute onion powder)
- ½ large red pepper diced small (reserve some for garnish)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large yellow potato chopped small
- 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 12 oz fresh broccoli florets chopped (include broccoli stems for flavor)
- 1 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- ½ cup fat-free half-and-half or whole milk
- 2 tbsp Pecorino Romano Optional for best flavor
Notes
3 points per serving.