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High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a comforting, creamy, and nutritious meal packed with vegetables and enriched with cheddar and cottage cheese for an extra protein boost. It combines tender broccoli, flavorful vegetables, and a velvety cheese base, making it perfect for a warming lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 4 cups chopped broccoli
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Dairy

  • 3 cups vegetable broth (not-chicken style)
  • 2 cups 1% milk
  • 1 cup low fat cottage cheese, blended
  • 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup)
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Dry Ingredients & Spices

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot and cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently until they soften and become fragrant.
  3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional one minute to develop its aroma without burning.
  4. Incorporate Flour and Spices: Sprinkle the smoked paprika and flour over the vegetables, cooking and stirring for one minute until the flour coats the veggies and the spices are fragrant.
  5. Add Broth and Broccoli: Pour in the vegetable broth and add the chopped broccoli. Bring the mixture to a simmer on the stove.
  6. Simmer Broccoli: Let the soup simmer for 8-9 minutes until the broccoli is tender but not mushy.
  7. Add Milk: Stir in the 1% milk and reduce the heat to low, warming the soup gently without boiling.
  8. Add Cheeses: Mix in the blended cottage cheese and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese melts smoothly. Avoid high heat to prevent curdling.
  9. Blend Soup: Carefully transfer one cup of the soup to a blender and blend it, allowing steam to escape. Return the blended portion to the pot for a creamy texture. Alternatively, use an immersion blender to gently blend the soup directly in the pot.
  10. Season Soup: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving.

Notes

  • Using blended low-fat cottage cheese increases the protein content without adding too much fat.
  • Be careful not to boil the soup after adding the milk and cheese to prevent curdling.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour.
  • The smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky depth but can be omitted or replaced with regular paprika if preferred.
  • Using an immersion blender is a convenient alternative to blending the soup in batches.
  • Adjust thickness by adding more broth or milk if necessary.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/high-protein-broccoli-cheddar-soup-recipe/