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High Protein Tomato Soup Recipe

High Protein Tomato Soup Recipe
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This High Protein Tomato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish packed with protein from cottage cheese while staying flavorful with garlic, basil, and a touch of sweetness. Ideal as a nutritious lunch or dinner, it combines wholesome ingredients to create a smooth and satisfying soup that is both easy to prepare and delicious.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 cans whole canned tomatoes (28 oz each)
  • 3 cups low sodium vegetable broth

Protein Addition

  • 1½ cups 2% milk fat cottage cheese

Seasoning and Garnish

  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Parmesan cheese (optional garnish)
  • Fresh basil leaves (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sauté onions: Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add the diced onions and cook them until softened and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  2. Add garlic and salt: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. Add the kosher salt to the pot. If the mixture begins to stick, deglaze the pot with a splash of vegetable broth to lift any browned bits.
  3. Add tomato paste, sugar, and basil: Mix in the tomato paste and cook for one minute to deepen its flavor. Stir in the sugar and dried basil evenly throughout the mixture.
  4. Add tomatoes and broth, then simmer: Pour in the canned tomatoes with their juices along with the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a low boil, then cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and add additional salt if necessary.
  5. Blend soup with cottage cheese: Carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender. Add the cottage cheese to the blender and blend until completely smooth. Take care when blending hot liquids by allowing steam to escape and not overfilling the blender jar.
  6. Serve and garnish: Pour the blended soup back into the pot or serving bowls. Season with fresh ground black pepper and serve with optional parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves on top for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • If you prefer a thinner soup, add additional vegetable broth after blending until desired consistency is reached.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with silken tofu or a plant-based yogurt.
  • Use fresh basil if available for a fresher taste, adding it during the simmer step instead of dried basil.
  • Be cautious when blending hot soup; allow steam to vent to avoid pressure build-up in the blender.
  • This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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