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Broccoli Cheddar Soup Low Carb and Weight Watchers Recipe High Protein
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Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Low Carb and Weight Watchers Friendly)

Yield: 4 servings
Click here to track the points on your Weight Watchers app. There are 10g net carbs per serving.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup carrot, finely diced or shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 1/2 cups reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onion, celery, and carrot. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add broccoli and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, until broccoli is very tender.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend until mostly smooth (leave some texture if desired).
  • Lower the heat and stir in the almond milk and Dijon mustard.
  • Gradually stir in cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth. Do not boil. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Notes

NUTRITION INFORMATION:
1 of 4 servings (There are 10g net carbs per serving)
252 calories, 14g total fat, 8g saturated fat, 441 mg sodium, 13g total carbs, 3g dietary fiber, 3g sugars, 19g protein (myfitnesspal.com)