Creamy Cottage Cheese Spinach Soup Recipe
A creamy and nutritious Cottage Cheese Spinach Soup that combines fresh spinach with protein-rich cottage cheese for a smooth, comforting dish. Easy to prepare on the stovetop, this soup is perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Finishing Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Cook Spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the pot and cook until wilted, approximately 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine with the aromatics.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Puree Soup: Use an immersion blender right in the pot to puree the soup until it reaches a smooth consistency.
- Incorporate Cottage Cheese and Lemon: Stir in the cottage cheese and lemon juice thoroughly, ensuring the soup is creamy and well combined.
- Season and Serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Serve the soup hot for best flavor.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth if not keeping it vegetarian.
- If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half the soup and stir the rest in without blending.
- To make the soup vegan, replace cottage cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative or silken tofu.
- This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stove.
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