Description
High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate comfort food that doesn’t sacrifice nutrition for taste. This creamy, protein-packed soup combines fresh broccoli with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a rich and satisfying dish perfect for lunch or dinner. Easy to prepare, it’s an excellent choice for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner when you crave something wholesome and delicious. Each bowl delivers essential vitamins from broccoli while boosting your protein intake, making it ideal for both kids and adults. With its velvety texture and savory flavors, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head fresh broccoli (about 500g)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with water
Instructions
- Wash and cut the broccoli into small florets. Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and broth to the pot; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender (about 10 minutes).
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender, leaving some chunks if desired.
- Return the blended mixture to heat; stir in cream gradually followed by cheddar cheese until melted.
- Stir in cornstarch mixture until desired thickness is achieved.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg