Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a delightful blend of nutritious ingredients that makes for the perfect cozy meal. Each serving packs 20 grams of protein, thanks to the addition of low-fat cottage cheese and sharp cheddar. This soup is not only a comforting classic but also a healthy option that the whole family will love. With its quick preparation time of just 35 minutes, you can easily whip up this delicious dish on busy weeknights. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or cheeses to make it uniquely yours!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups chopped broccoli
- 2 cups 1% milk
- 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, blended
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
- Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in flour and smoked paprika; cook for one minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add broccoli; bring to a simmer.
- Simmer for about 8–9 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Lower heat and stir in milk until warmed through.
- Mix in blended cottage cheese and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Blend one cup of soup until smooth; return to pot or use an immersion blender directly.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 282
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg