Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup – Creamy & Healthy
Creamy Cottage Cheese Mushroom Soup is a high-protein, low-carb twist on a classic. Made with savory mushrooms, broth, and blended cottage cheese for a rich, comforting texture — without the cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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12 oz mushrooms, sliced
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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¾ cup cottage cheese
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3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp thyme (dried or fresh)
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Optional: white wine, lemon juice, herbs for garnish
Instructions
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Sauté onion and garlic in oil over medium heat for 2–3 minutes.
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Add mushrooms, salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes.
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Pour in broth and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Blend 1½ cups of soup with cottage cheese until smooth. Return to pot.
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Stir, reheat gently, and season to taste. Serve hot with toppings.
Notes
Use full-fat cottage cheese for creamier texture. Blend more for smoother soup, or less for chunkier consistency.