Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup that seamlessly combines rich flavors with wholesome nutrition. This creamy soup is not only packed with 20 grams of protein per serving but also brims with the vibrant goodness of fresh broccoli. Perfect for chilly days, it serves as a delightful lunch or dinner option and can even be enjoyed as a hearty starter for gatherings. With its smooth texture from blended cottage cheese and cheddar, this recipe is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Easy to prepare and versatile, you’ll find yourself reaching for this nutritious dish time and again.
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 1% milk
- 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute before adding flour and smoked paprika.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add chopped broccoli; simmer for 8–9 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat, stir in milk, cottage cheese, and cheddar until melted.
- Blend part of the soup for creaminess, then return to pot. Adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg