High-Protein Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup for Longevity
This High-Protein Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup delivers 26g of complete protein to support muscle health and healthy aging. Ready in just 35 minutes, this creamy, comforting soup combines earthy mushrooms, protein-rich cottage cheese, and aromatic herbs for a satisfying meal that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Soup
- Method: Blending, Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food, Eastern European-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein, Low-Carb Option, Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat)
- 12 oz (340g) mixed mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup milk (any kind)
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup dry white wine
For Serving:
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Fresh herbs
- Whole-grain bread or crackers
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Blend cottage cheese smooth to eliminate all lumps.
- Don’t boil after adding cottage cheese—prevents curdling.
- Ricotta works as 1:1 substitute for cottage cheese.
- Fresh mushrooms best; if using dried, rehydrate first.
- Store up to 4 days; reheat gently on stovetop.
- Dairy-free: silken tofu + nutritional yeast (add beans for protein).
- Mushroom-free: use cauliflower or zucchini instead.
- Boost protein: add chicken, beans, or poached egg.
- Freeze broth base only; add cottage cheese when serving.
Notes
- Blend cottage cheese smooth to eliminate all lumps.
- Don’t boil after adding cottage cheese—prevents curdling.
- Ricotta works as 1:1 substitute for cottage cheese.
- Fresh mushrooms best; if using dried, rehydrate first.
- Store up to 4 days; reheat gently on stovetop.
- Dairy-free: silken tofu + nutritional yeast (add beans for protein).
- Mushroom-free: use cauliflower or zucchini instead.
- Boost protein: add chicken, beans, or poached egg.
- Freeze broth base only; add cottage cheese when serving.