Description
Indulge in a bowl of our High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup, the ultimate comfort food that merges creamy richness with healthy ingredients. This delightful soup is packed with 20 grams of protein per serving, making it not only satisfying but also a nutritious option for family dinners, meal prep, or a cozy lunch on chilly days. With vibrant broccoli blended into a creamy base featuring cheddar and cottage cheese, this soup promises to warm your heart and nourish your body. Plus, it can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins for an extra boost! Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chopped broccoli
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups 1% milk
- 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup low fat cottage cheese, blended
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add flour and smoked paprika; stir for one minute until coated.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add chopped broccoli; bring to simmer.
- Simmer for about 8-9 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Mix in milk; heat through on low.
- Blend in cottage cheese and cheddar until melted.
- Blend part of the soup for a creamy texture (use a blender or immersion blender).
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg