Creamy Zucchini Soup: Easy Bliss for Home Cooks Everywhere
A deliciously creamy zucchini soup that is perfect for a comforting meal. This recipe highlights the fresh flavors of zucchini combined with simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Chop zucchini and add to the pot, sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs such as basil or thyme.
- Can be garnished with grated cheese or croutons before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg