Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup that combines rich flavors with nutritious ingredients. This creamy soup is perfect for cozy dinners and is packed with health benefits, offering 20 grams of protein per serving. With easy-to-follow steps and quick preparation, you can whip up this delightful dish in no time. Customize it to your taste by adding extra veggies or varying the cheese, making it a versatile option for family meals. Enjoy a guilt-free comfort food experience that will satisfy your cravings while nourishing your body!
Ingredients
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- 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)
- 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.
- Sauté the onion, carrot, and celery for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add flour and smoked paprika; stir to coat vegetables.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add broccoli; bring to a simmer.
- Simmer until broccoli is bright green and tender (about 8-9 minutes).
- Lower heat and mix in milk gently.
- Stir in cottage cheese and cheddar until melted smoothly.
- Blend part of the soup for creaminess; return it to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 626mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg