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High Protein Tomato Soup Recipe

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4.3 from 7 reviews

A creamy, high-protein tomato soup perfect for a comforting and nutritious meal. This recipe combines the rich flavors of fresh tomatoes and herbs with the added protein punch of cottage cheese, resulting in a smooth and satisfying soup that can be enjoyed as a hearty lunch or dinner.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings

Ingredients

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

Optional Garnishes

  • Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Add Garlic and Salt: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Then add the kosher salt. If the pot starts to stick, deglaze it with a splash of vegetable broth.
  3. Incorporate Tomato Paste and Herbs: Add the tomato paste to the pot and cook it for 1 minute to deepen the flavor. Stir in the sugar and dried basil thoroughly.
  4. Simmer with Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the canned whole tomatoes including their juices and the vegetable broth. Cover the pot and allow the soup to 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 the cottage cheese and blend until completely smooth. To safely blend hot liquids, leave the blender lid vent open slightly and cover with a kitchen towel to allow steam to escape.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Pour the blended soup back into the pot or bowls. Season with pepper to taste and garnish with optional parmesan and fresh basil leaves before serving.

Notes

  • Be cautious when blending hot soup to prevent steam buildup and splattering.
  • Adjust the thickness of the soup by adding more vegetable broth if desired.
  • For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with silken tofu or cashew cream.
  • This soup freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
  • Adding sugar balances the acidity of the tomatoes but can be reduced or omitted based on taste preference.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/high-protein-tomato-soup-recipe/