High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Rich, ultra-creamy broccoli cheddar soup with 30g+ protein per bowl. One pot, ready in 30 minutes, with a full protein breakdown and vegan option.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium carrots finely diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 cups broccoli florets chopped small
- 1 tsp smoked paprika optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1½ cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1½ cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
Build the flavor base
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion until softened, add garlic and carrots, cook 2 minutes, season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Simmer the broccoli
- Add broth and bring to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and simmer 8-10 minutes until fork-tender.
Blend the protein base
- Blend cottage cheese, milk, and Dijon mustard until completely smooth, about 45-60 seconds.
Combine and finish
- Reduce heat to low, stir in blended cottage cheese mixture, then add cheddar cheese gradually until melted. Blend partially for desired texture, season to taste, and serve.