Best 2 Italian Grandma Makes Zucchini Soup Recipes

In the heart of every Italian household, there's a grandmother with a secret recipe for zucchini soup. It's a traditional dish passed down through generations, embodying the warmth and comfort of family gatherings. With its creamy texture, vibrant green hue, and aromatic herbs, this soup is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients and the simple art of cooking. Whether you're seeking a hearty meal on a chilly evening or a light and flavorful lunch, this Italian grandma's zucchini soup is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you feeling nourished and content.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA GLADYS'S ZUCCHINI SOUP

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Our granddaughter loves this soup made by her great grandma! Substitute ground beef, Italian sausage, and beef stock for the ground turkey, turkey Italian sausage, and chicken stock, if desired.

Provided by Jack Schmidt

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

10 ounces ground turkey
3 turkey Italian sausages, casings removed
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
⅔ cup chopped onion
4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
2 (28 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
6 zucchini, cut into cubes
4 (10.75 ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon dried tarragon
½ teaspoon garlic powder
ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

Cook and stir ground turkey, sausage, bell pepper, onion, and celery in a large pot over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
Stir tomatoes, zucchini, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, sea salt, tarragon, garlic powder, and black pepper into turkey mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until flavors combine, about 1 hour. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 72.9 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 1282.7 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

ITALIAN ZUCCHINI SOUP

Italian Zucchini Soup image

This Italian zucchini soup recipe was given to me by my neighbor. Nice and simple, it's a good way to use a lot of your zucchini and other garden vegetables. It freezes well and is great to have on hand on a cold winter day. -Clara Mae Chambers, Superior, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups chopped celery
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 to 4 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups diced tomatoes, undrained
4 cups diced zucchini
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, brown sausage with onion; drain excess fat. Add the next eight ingredients; cover and simmer 1 hour. Stir in zucchini and simmer 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 1046mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

Choose small and tender zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water instead.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little bit of heat.
Serve the soup with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt and a sprinkling of fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

This Italian grandmother's zucchini soup recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this summer vegetable. With its simple ingredients and classic Italian flavors, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!