Creamy Cottage Cheese Tomato Soup Recipe
This Creamy Cottage Cheese Tomato Soup offers a smooth, velvety texture with the fresh flavors of tomato and basil. Light and comforting, it’s a nutritious, easy-to-make dish that combines wholesome cottage cheese for added protein and creaminess without heavy cream.
- 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
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups tomatoes, chopped (or 2 cans diced tomatoes)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Creaminess and Seasoning
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Heat aromatics: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes soft and translucent to build a flavor base.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Pour in the chopped tomatoes (or canned diced tomatoes) and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Puree the soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to puree the tomato mixture until smooth and creamy, ensuring a uniform texture.
- Add cottage cheese: Stir in 1 cup of cottage cheese and continue blending with the immersion blender until the cheese is fully incorporated, creating a rich and creamy consistency.
- Season soup: Add 1 teaspoon of sugar if desired to balance acidity. Season with salt and pepper according to taste, blending briefly to combine.
- Garnish and serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic and colorful finish before serving.
Notes
- You can use fresh or canned tomatoes depending on availability and preference.
- For a smoother texture, strain the soup after pureeing to remove any tomato skins or seeds.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste, especially if your vegetable broth is salted.
- For extra flavor, sauté a pinch of red chili flakes with the onions for mild heat.
- This soup is best served warm but can be enjoyed chilled as a refreshing summer dish.
Keywords: creamy tomato soup, cottage cheese soup, vegetarian soup, easy tomato soup, healthy tomato soup
