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High Protein Tomato Soup with Cottage Cheese Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This High Protein Tomato Soup with Cottage Cheese is a nutritious and flavorful twist on classic tomato soup. Featuring fresh San Marzano tomatoes, aromatic basil, and creamy low-fat cottage cheese, this recipe delivers a smooth, protein-packed meal perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner. The soup is simmered to develop rich flavors and blended to a velvety texture, making it both hearty and satisfying.

Ingredients

Soup Base

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 white onion, diced small
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 2 (26-oz) cans whole San Marzano tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken bone broth
  • Handful torn basil leaves

Dairy

  • 1 cup low fat cottage cheese (2% fat)

Garnish (optional)

  • Grated parmesan cheese
  • Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil: Add olive oil to a pot and heat over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté onions and seasonings: Add the diced onion, ¾ tsp salt, black pepper to taste, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions become translucent and soft.
  3. Add garlic: Stir in the sliced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Take care not to burn the garlic.
  4. Combine tomatoes and broth: Add the whole San Marzano tomatoes, chicken bone broth, and torn basil leaves to the pot. Gently break up the tomatoes with a spatula, leaving some chunks if desired. Stir everything together and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes to develop flavor.
  5. Blend the soup with cottage cheese: Turn off the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly for best results. Add the 1 cup of low-fat cottage cheese. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, carefully blend the soup in batches using a heat-safe blender and return it to the pot.
  6. Adjust seasoning and serve: Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper. Enjoy your high-protein, creamy tomato soup!

Notes

  • Using San Marzano tomatoes ensures a rich and authentic tomato flavor.
  • Letting the soup cool slightly before blending prevents splatters and ensures safety.
  • The cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein without the need for heavy cream.
  • You can substitute chicken bone broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
  • If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend less or skip blending partially.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control spice level according to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/high-protein-tomato-soup-with-cottage-cheese-recipe/