Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting embrace of our High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup. This creamy delight is a perfect blend of rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, making it an ideal choice for cozy dinners or quick lunches. Each serving boasts an impressive 20 grams of protein, ensuring you stay satisfied while enjoying every spoonful. The combination of sharp cheddar cheese and tender broccoli delivers a classic taste that appeals to everyone at the table. Plus, it’s easy to prepare in just one pot, allowing for effortless cleanup. Customize this soup with your favorite vegetables or proteins, and enjoy a healthy twist on a beloved comfort food.
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 garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in smoked paprika and flour; 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 gradually add milk; stir gently.
- Incorporate blended cottage cheese and shredded cheddar until melted.
- Blend one cup of the soup and return it to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg