Description
Indulge in the creamy richness of High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a delightful dish that combines healthy ingredients with irresistible flavors. Perfect for cozy nights or entertaining friends, this nutritious soup boasts 20 grams of protein per serving, making it an excellent choice for guilt-free comfort food. With a vibrant green color and cheesy goodness, it appeals to both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this versatile recipe allows you to customize it with your favorite veggies or alter the cheese levels to suit your taste. Enjoy this protein-packed delight as a wholesome meal option that satisfies cravings while promoting wellness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, carrot, 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.
- Add vegetable broth and chopped broccoli; bring to a simmer.
- Simmer until broccoli is tender but retains some texture (8-9 minutes).
- Lower heat and gradually stir in milk without boiling.
- Mix in blended cottage cheese and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Blend part of the soup for creaminess; return to pot.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg