(Because Your Hormones Are Doing the Hard Work—Feed Them)
If you’ve ever felt like your body’s operating on a schedule it didn’t run past you first—welcome. This one’s for you.
The Broccoli & Almond Hormone-Happy Soup is a warm, creamy, nutrient-rich bowl of calm designed to support hormonal balance, mood stability, and overall glow-from-the-inside-out vibes. It’s solo-cook friendly, dairy-free, and quietly brilliant. You can eat it in your PJs and still feel like a health goddess.
🌸 Why This Soup Works: Feed Your Hormones the Good Stuff
This soup is more than just green—it’s functional, thanks to a smart mix of cruciferous veg + healthy fats, both known for helping support hormone detox, production, and stability.
Let’s break it down:
- Broccoli is a superstar cruciferous veggie packed with sulforaphane, a compound that supports liver detox pathways—crucial for metabolising excess oestrogen.
- Almonds (or almond butter) deliver vitamin E and monounsaturated fats, which help with hormone production and reduce inflammation.
- Garlic is great for immunity and supports liver function.
- Nutritional yeast (optional, but fab) adds a cheesy flavour plus B vitamins like B6 and B12, both vital for hormone regulation and mood.
Basically, this soup is like a hormone whisperer in a bowl—and it happens to taste amazing, too.
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 1)
No expensive powders or supplements. Just a few simple ingredients that work hard:
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 tbsp ground almonds or almond butter
- ½ clove garlic, minced
- Optional: 1 tsp nutritional yeast (for bonus flavour and B12)
🛒 Tip: Use frozen broccoli florets if fresh isn’t handy—it works perfectly.
🥄 Instructions (Simple Enough for Brain Fog Days)
- Simmer the broccoli and garlic in stock for 6–8 minutes, until broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
- Blend with ground almonds or almond butter until creamy and smooth. Use a stick blender or regular blender.
- Stir in nutritional yeast (if using) and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, ideally in a comfy hoodie, while sighing contentedly.
🥄 Need it thicker? Use less stock or add a few cubes of cooked potato before blending.
🔬 Nutritional Highlights (Per Serve)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~190 kcal |
| Protein | ~6g |
| Fibre | ~5g |
| Vitamin E | ~50% RDI |
| Vitamin C | ~100% RDI |
| Hero Nutrients | Sulforaphane, vitamin E, B6, B12 (with nutritional yeast), healthy fats |
🌿 Fun fact: Vitamin E is sometimes nicknamed the “sex hormone vitamin” for its role in balancing reproductive hormones. Add that to your solo soup flex.
💡 Tips, Swaps & Hormone-Loving Extras
- No almond butter?
Use tahini, sunflower seed butter, or a few soaked cashews. Still creamy, still nutritious. - No blender?
Mash broccoli with a fork or potato masher for a chunky texture. - Make it more filling:
Stir through cooked quinoa, lentils, or top with a boiled egg. - Craving richness?
Add a splash of coconut milk at the blending stage for a luxe, dairy-free creaminess. - Meal-prep win:
Store in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently with a splash of extra stock.
🌼 Why I Call This the “Calm Down Soup”
I make this when:
- My mood is all over the place and I want something grounding
- I’ve eaten like a raccoon for a few days and need a reset
- I want to feel like I’m supporting my body (even if I don’t understand all my hormones)
- I’m craving creaminess without bloating or dairy drama
It’s warm, satisfying, and full of the kind of nutrients you feel working—even if you can’t see them. Add a sprinkle of seeds or a drizzle of olive oil on top, and it’s practically spa food.
💬 What’s Your Hormone-Support Secret?
Do you cook with almonds? Have a broccoli hack I need to know about?
👇 Drop your favourite hormone-supportive solo meals or ingredient swaps in the comments.
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