Description
Indulge in this creamy and nutritious High-Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup that’s loaded with flavor and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a cozy night in or a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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Soup Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
Cheese Blend:
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cups shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
Seasoning:
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Cook Broccoli: Add broccoli, carrot, and broth. Simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Blend Cheese Mixture: Blend cottage cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Puree Soup: Use immersion blender to blend soup. Add cheese mixture and cheddar, stir until melted.
- Season and Thicken: Stir in nutmeg, salt, pepper. For thickening, add cornstarch slurry and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve: Heat and serve hot.
Notes
- For added protein, stir in cooked shredded chicken or white beans.
- Use full-fat dairy for a richer flavor.
- This soup reheats well and is perfect for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
