High Protein Tomato Soup with Cottage Cheese
Ingredients
- 1 onion - finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic - finely chopped
- 1 28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
use bone broth for extra protein
- pinch salt
- pinch black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 cup finely chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3/4 cup cottage cheese
Directions
- 1
Heat oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 3 more minutes.
- 2
Add all remaining ingredients to the pot except for the cottage cheese. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes (longer is better for more flavor)
- 3
Add soup to a blender along with the cottage cheese. Blend until smooth. Alternatively you could use an immersion blender for this and blend the cottage cheese in the pot with the soup.
- 4
Divide soup out and serve with crusty bread or a grilled cheese.
High Protein Tomato Soup with Cottage Cheese
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About this Recipe
Looking for a comforting, healthy soup that truly satisfies without feeling heavy? This High Protein Tomato Soup with Cottage Cheese delivers on authentic flavor and robust nutrition, making it a perfect meal any day of the week.
What makes this recipe truly special is the clever, creamy addition of cottage cheese. It transforms a classic tomato soup into a protein powerhouse without sacrificing its velvety smooth texture or the rich, savory taste you crave. It's a smart way to elevate a simple dish.
Prepare for a deeply flavorful soup, where the natural sweetness of whole peeled tomatoes meets aromatic garlic and onion, brightened by fresh basil, oregano, and thyme. The addition of tomato paste further intensifies the savory notes, giving the soup a rich, concentrated taste. The cottage cheese melts seamlessly into the blend, creating a velvety smooth consistency and adding a delightful tang that balances the hearty tomato base, making each spoonful incredibly satisfying.
This healthy soup is designed for ease, proving that a nourishing, protein-rich meal doesn't need to be complicated or take hours in the kitchen. It’s a simple yet incredibly satisfying dish that warms you from the inside out and leaves you feeling full and content.
This recipe is wonderfully versatile, allowing for simple tweaks. For an extra protein boost and a deeper, savory flavor, you can easily swap vegetable broth for bone broth, as suggested. While the cottage cheese is key to its high-protein status and unique texture, you could also adjust the herb ratios, perhaps increasing the fresh basil for an even brighter finish, or adding a bit more oregano and thyme for a more earthy profile. The beauty of this soup is how well the core ingredients meld to create a harmonious bowl.
Enjoy this healthy soup on its own for a light yet filling lunch, or serve it as a hearty starter to any weeknight dinner. A sprinkle of fresh basil just before serving adds a beautiful touch of color and aroma.