High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Indulge in the comforting warmth of our High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a delicious blend of creamy richness and vibrant flavors. This nutritious soup is perfect for lunch or dinner, offering 20 grams of protein per serving while being low in calories. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a fantastic option for busy weeknights or meal prep. Whether you savor it on a chilly day or enjoy it year-round, this soup will satisfy your cravings and nourish your body.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
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
- 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
Instructions
- Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in melted butter over medium heat until softened (about 10 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in smoked paprika and flour; cook for another minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add broccoli; simmer for about 8–9 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat; stir in milk, blended cottage cheese, and cheddar until melted.
- Blend one cup of the soup until smooth; return to the pot and stir well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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