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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 wholesome ingredients. Featuring canned whole tomatoes, garlic, and a unique addition of cottage cheese, this recipe offers a creamy texture with a protein boost while maintaining rich tomato flavors infused with basil and a hint of sweetness.

Ingredients

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Main 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 of canned whole tomatoes (two 28 oz cans)
  • 3 cups vegetable broth, low sodium
  • 1½ cups cottage cheese (2% milk fat)
  • Pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • Grated parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil and soften onions: Add olive oil to a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until they become soft and translucent.
  2. Add garlic and salt: Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, then add the kosher salt. If the bottom of the pot starts to stick, deglaze it by adding a splash of vegetable broth to loosen any browned bits.
  3. Add tomato paste, sugar, and basil: Mix in the tomato paste and cook for one minute to develop its flavor. Then, add the sugar and dried basil, stirring well to combine everything.
  4. Add tomatoes and broth, simmer: Pour in the canned whole tomatoes along with their juice and the vegetable broth. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust salt as desired.
  5. Blend soup with cottage cheese: Carefully transfer the hot soup in batches to a blender, adding the cottage cheese. Blend until the soup is smooth and creamy. To safely blend hot liquid, pour only halfway and allow steam to escape by removing the blender lid center and covering with a cloth.
  6. Serve and garnish: Pour the finished soup into bowls and garnish with freshly ground pepper, grated parmesan, and fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve warm for a comforting high-protein meal.

Notes

  • Be cautious when blending hot liquids to avoid steam buildup; blend in batches and leave a vent for steam to escape.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes based on your taste preference.
  • Low sodium vegetable broth helps control the saltiness; feel free to adjust seasoning after simmering.
  • For a dairy-free or vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with silken tofu or a plant-based creamy option.
  • Garnishes like parmesan and basil are optional but add great flavor and texture contrast.

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