Best 7 Garden Zucchini Bisque Recipes

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Garden zucchini bisque is a creamy, flavorful soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is made with fresh zucchini, onions, garlic, and herbs, and is simmered in a vegetable broth until the vegetables are tender. The soup is then puréed until smooth and creamy, and can be served hot or cold. It is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the bounty of your summer garden.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI BISQUE



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I like to serve this soup as a first course for special dinners. It is nice and light, pretty in color and very appetizing with its blend of flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4-5 servings (5 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, diced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2-1/2 cups shredded zucchini
2-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add zucchini and chicken broth. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes; add seasonings., Puree on low in a blender. Return to pan; stir in cream and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 29g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 1141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GARDEN ZUCCHINI BISQUE



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Make and share this Garden Zucchini Bisque recipe from Food.com.

Provided by soulmatesforever

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 cups sliced zucchini (1/8 inch)
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/4 inch
1/2 cup chopped onion (or 1 medium)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
3 tablespoons flour
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can chicken broth (I use 1 3/4 cups water with 2 packets of chicken boullion)
3/4 cup cream (I use milk)
1 pinch pepper

Steps:

  • In 3 quart saucepan melt 2 tbsp butter; add zucchini, mushrooms, onion and parsley.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisply tender (6 to 8 min).
  • Meanwhile, in 2 quart saucepan melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat; stir in flour until smooth and bubbly (1 min).
  • Add chicken broth; continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until soup is thickened (5 to 7 min).
  • Stir in cream, pepper and zucchini mixture.
  • Continue cooking until heated through (5 to 6 min).

ZUCCHINI BISQUE



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I like to serve this soup as a first course for special dinners. It is nice and light, pretty in color and very appetizing with its blend of flavors.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, diced
½ cup butter or margarine
2 ½ cups shredded zucchini
2 ½ cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup light cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add zucchini and chicken broth. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes; add seasonings. Puree on low in a blender. Return to pan; stir in cream and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 104.4 mg, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 1167 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ZUCCHINI POTATO BISQUE



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     weekday, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped leeks (white part only)
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 medium zucchinis, coarsely chopped
1 medium boiling potato, peeled and diced
3 cups low-fat milk
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a heavy saucepan. Add the leeks, garlic and zucchini and cook over medium heat, stirring from time to time, until the leeks and zucchinis are tender but not brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Add the potato and two cups of the milk and cook, covered, until the potato is tender, about 15 minutes. Puree the contents of the saucepan in a food processor, blender or a food mill. Return the puree to the saucepan.
  • Add the remaining milk, bring to a simmer and slowly stir in the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 124, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 570 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

NUTMEG ZUCCHINI BISQUE



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Looking for a different way to serve a bounty of zucchini? Try this soup sent in by Germaine Stank of Pound, Wisconsin. A food processor hurries along preparation of the thick-full-flavored blend that's accented by just a hint of nutmeg.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium zucchini, shredded
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Sour cream and additional nutmeg, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute zucchini and onion in butter for 5-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes. Cool slightly., Transfer to a food processor; cover and process on low until smooth. Return to the pan. Stir in the cream, salt, basil, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Garnish with sour cream and additional nutmeg if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 30g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAMY GARDEN BISQUE



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This is the soup to make when your garden starts to yield its bounty.All these fresh veggies have just got to be good for you! Use fat-free half and half instead of the heavy cream to make this even healthier!Originally from an October 1984 issue of Bon Apetit in an article featuring Indian Summer Menus.

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
2 large onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 bunch fresh parsley, stems of
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme, crumbled
1 quart rich chicken broth, preferably homemade
1 teaspoon salt
3 ears corn, husked
3 large carrots, peeled and diced
1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and diced
1 medium zucchini, diced
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/4 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1/3 inch pieces
1/3 cup heavy cream
fresh ground pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil, minced (or parsley, marjoram, or thyme)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Stir in next 6 ingredients.
  • Cover and cook until vegetables are light brown, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.
  • Mix in stock and salt and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover partially and simmer until vegetables are very tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Strain; discard solids and return soup to pan. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool, cover and refrigerate.).
  • Scrape corn into bowl, using knife.
  • Bring soup to boil in heavy medium saucepan.
  • Add carrots and boil 5 minutes.
  • Add green beans and pepper and boil 5 minutes.
  • Add zucchini and boil 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and corn and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir in cream and pepper; taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Heat until soup is hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with herbs and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.9, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 38.4, Sodium 983.1, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 10.2, Protein 8.6

ZUCCHINI BISQUE



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I like to serve this soup as a first course for special dinners. It is nice and light, pretty in color and very appetizing with its blend of flavors.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, diced
½ cup butter or margarine
2 ½ cups shredded zucchini
2 ½ cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup light cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add zucchini and chicken broth. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes; add seasonings. Puree on low in a blender. Return to pan; stir in cream and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 104.4 mg, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 1167 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Use young, tender zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
  • Prep the zucchini properly: Wash and trim the zucchini, then cut it into small pieces.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the soup.
  • Don't overcook the zucchini: Cook it just until it is tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add some fresh herbs: This will brighten up the flavor of the soup.
  • Serve with a crusty bread or crackers: This is a great way to enjoy the soup.

Conclusion:

Garden zucchini bisque is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a summer meal. It is light and refreshing, yet still satisfying. With its simple ingredients and quick cooking time, this soup is sure to become a favorite. So next time you have an abundance of zucchini in your garden, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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