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High Protein Tomato Soup Recipe

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This High Protein Tomato Soup is a creamy, flavorful dish made with canned whole tomatoes, vegetable broth, and cottage cheese for a protein boost. Simmered with garlic, onion, dried basil, and a touch of sugar, this soup is blended smooth and makes for a comforting, nutritious meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 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 tomatoes (two 28 oz cans, with liquid)
  • 3 cups low sodium vegetable broth

Protein and Garnish

  • 1½ cups cottage cheese (2% milk fat)
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Parmesan cheese (optional garnish)
  • Fresh basil leaves (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onion: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add diced onions and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Add Garlic and Salt: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add kosher salt. If the pot is dry, deglaze it with a splash of vegetable broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
  3. Add Tomato Paste and Seasoning: Stir in tomato paste and cook for one minute to develop its flavor. Add sugar and dried basil, mixing thoroughly.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Broth, Simmer: Pour in the canned whole tomatoes with their juices and the vegetable broth. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  5. Blend Soup with Cottage Cheese: Carefully transfer the hot soup in batches to a blender. Add cottage cheese to each batch before blending until smooth. Be cautious to allow steam to escape during blending to avoid pressure buildup (e.g., remove the blender lid insert and cover with a linen napkin).
  6. Serve and Garnish: Pour the blended soup back into bowls. Season with pepper, and garnish with grated parmesan and fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Be cautious when blending hot liquids to prevent splatters—blend in small batches and allow steam to escape.
  • If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half the soup or pulse briefly.
  • You can substitute cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a different protein source and creaminess.
  • Adjust sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes to your preference.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: high protein tomato soup, creamy tomato soup, cottage cheese soup, healthy tomato soup, easy tomato soup

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