Description
Indulge in a bowl of comfort with this High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup. This wholesome recipe combines the rich, creamy flavors of cheddar cheese and blended cottage cheese with the nutritional powerhouse of broccoli, delivering 20 grams of protein per serving. Perfect for cozy dinners or hearty lunches, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also packed with healthful ingredients that will satisfy your cravings without compromising on taste. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a nutritious meal that the whole family will love. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices for a personal touch!
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
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups chopped broccoli
- 2 cups 1% milk
- 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup blended low-fat cottage cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add smoked paprika and flour; stir for one minute until coated.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add broccoli; bring to a simmer.
- Cook until broccoli is tender (8-9 minutes).
- Lower heat and add milk; warm through without boiling.
- Mix in cheeses until melted completely.
- Blend part of the soup for creaminess; return to pot or use an immersion blender.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 15mg