Description
This High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a delightful blend of creamy comfort and nutritious ingredients, making it the perfect meal for any occasion. With 20 grams of protein per serving, this soup caters to those looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle without sacrificing flavor. The combination of fresh broccoli, rich cheddar cheese, and low-fat cottage cheese creates a velvety texture that is both satisfying and wholesome. Whether enjoyed as a quick lunch or a hearty dinner, this soup is versatile and can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up this comforting dish that will warm your heart and please your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups chopped broccoli
- 2 cups milk (1%)
- 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened (about 10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Sprinkle in flour and smoked paprika; stir well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add chopped broccoli. Bring to a simmer for 8–9 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Reduce heat to low and mix in milk, blended cottage cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Blend one cup of the soup until smooth; return to pot or use an immersion blender for partial blending.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg