Description
This High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a creamy and delicious twist on the classic comfort food. Packed with nutritious vegetables like broccoli, carrots, and celery, the addition of cottage cheese makes it a protein-rich meal. The sharpness of cheddar cheese combined with the smooth texture of the soup creates a satisfying and hearty dish.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 large carrots, peeled and diced
1 stalk celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
4 cups vegetable broth (preferably not-chicken style)
4 cups chopped broccoli
2 cups 1% milk
4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, blended
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the smoked paprika and flour, cooking for 1 minute to coat the vegetables with the flour.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the chopped broccoli. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 8-9 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
Lower the heat and stir in the milk. Heat gently until the soup is warm, being careful not to boil the milk.
Add the blended cottage cheese and shredded cheddar, stirring until melted and well combined. Keep the heat low to prevent curdling.
To achieve a creamier texture, blend one cup of the soup in a blender and return it to the pot. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a thicker consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 260