High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
A hearty and nutritious High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe that’s perfect for a comforting meal. Creamy and flavorful, this soup is packed with protein and veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 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 (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
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and continue cooking over medium heat for one minute.
- Stir in smoked paprika and flour; cook for one minute until vegetables are coated.
- Pour in broth and broccoli; bring to a simmer.
- Simmer broccoli for 8-9 minutes until softened.
- Add milk and cook over low heat until warm.
- Stir in blended cottage cheese and cheddar cheese; melt without boiling.
- Blend one cup of soup and return to pot. Season with salt.
Add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Notes
- Be cautious when blending hot liquids.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, High Protein Soup, Comfort Food Recipe
