High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delicious and nutritious soup packed with protein, featuring tender broccoli, rich cheddar cheese, and savory turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickness)
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add diced onion and garlic to the pot, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in broccoli and cook for a few minutes until slightly tender.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Add milk and cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Optional: mix cornstarch with a little water and add to soup to thicken.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using sharp cheddar cheese.
- Adjust the thickness of the soup by altering the amount of cornstarch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: High Protein, Broccoli, Cheddar, Soup, Turkey Bacon