Description
Indulge in a bowl of High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a wholesome delight that combines rich flavors with nutritious ingredients. This creamy and cheesy soup is perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings, delivering an impressive 20 grams of protein per serving. With its velvety texture and comforting taste, you can enjoy this guilt-free meal any night of the week. Quick to prepare, it’s also versatile enough to serve as a light lunch or paired with crusty bread for a fulfilling dinner. Kids and adults alike will love this satisfying blend that can easily be customized to suit your preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups 1% milk
- 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in flour and smoked paprika for one minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add chopped broccoli; simmer for 8-9 minutes until tender.
- Lower heat and mix in milk; warm without boiling.
- Incorporate blended cottage cheese and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Blend part of the soup for creaminess; return to pot.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg