Best 11 Spicy Summer Squash Soup Recipes

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Summer squash is a nutritionally rich vegetable that offers a multitude of health benefits, making it a perfect choice as the key ingredient in a wholesome and flavorful soup. Whether you prefer a smooth and creamy texture or a chunky and rustic version, this versatile vegetable can be transformed into a delicious and satisfying soup that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With the addition of vibrant spices, fresh herbs, and a touch of heat, this soup will transport you to a world of culinary delight. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the art of creating the perfect spicy summer squash soup, promising an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SUMMER SQUASH SOUP



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A healthy, easy and delicious soup made with fresh summer veggies. Serve hot or cold and freeze leftovers to enjoy on cold winter days!

Provided by jsquilts

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

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
2 onions, chopped
5 cups chicken broth
2 potatoes, peeled and chopped
2 carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
8 cups chopped zucchini
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a heavy pot over medium heat; cook and stir onions until translucent, about 10 minutes. Add chicken broth and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover pot, and simmer, about 5 minutes. Add carrots and simmer, about 10 minutes. Add zucchini and simmer until all vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Combine soup, basil, salt, and pepper into a blender or food processor no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until desired consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 891 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

SUMMER SQUASH SOUP



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"With its delicate taste, the creamy concoction makes an easy but elegant first course for a company dinner," Sandi Pichon of Slidell, Louisiana notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 small yellow summer squash, seeded and cubed
2 green onions, cut into 3-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute squash and onions in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , Cool slightly. Process in batches in a blender; return all to the pan. Stir in cream and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 26g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAMY SUMMER SQUASH SOUP



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I adapted this recipe from another I'd come across and created something a little more hearty and creamy. All it needs is the right combination of spices. This is an extremely simple soup to create, and it goes well with any type of hearth or grainy bread.

Provided by User

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

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 small yellow summer squash, trimmed and coarsely chopped
1 large zucchini, trimmed and coarsely chopped
2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
ground white pepper to taste
coarse sea salt to taste
2 tablespoons lemon juice, or more to taste
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Place the summer squash, zucchini, vegetable stock, half-and-half, and tarragon into a large soup pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until nearly smooth, and pour into a clean pot. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree the soup right in the cooking pot.
  • Sprinkle the Cheddar cheese into the hot soup, and allow to melt; stir until thoroughly mixed. Stir in the lemon juice, and top with a sprinkling of tarragon to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 34.7 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 286 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

SUMMER SQUASH SOUP



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Vegetables from the gardenabound in cups of chilled squash soup.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Makes 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium white onion, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3 pounds yellow summer squash (about 6 medium), cut into thin half-moons
3 1/2 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock, or water
2 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Shelled sunflower seeds, toasted, for garnish
Paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add turmeric and cayenne; cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add squash and stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, stirring occasionally, until squash is very tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Let cool slightly; puree in batches in a blender (so blender is never more than halfway full). Season with salt and white pepper; stir in lime juice. Refrigerate until cold, about 6 hours, or up to 1 day. Served chilled with seeds and paprika.

SPICY SUMMER SQUASH SOUP



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Good hot or cold. Adjust the amount of crab boil according to how spicy you want your soup. Great way to use up some of that garden bounty & can be frozen!

Provided by Bethanna

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups water
1 beef bouillon cubes or 1 chicken bouillon cube
1/2-1 teaspoon liquid crab boil
6 medium yellow squash
1 yellow onion
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup half-and-half
salt & pepper
cayenne pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring water, bouillion cube, and desired amount of crab boil to a boil in a saucepan. You can always start on the lower end of crab boil & adjust up. Remember that some of the heat will "cook off" when you add broth to squash later. Boil for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, coursely chop squash and onion. I don't peel my squash, but you can peel them if desired before chopping.
  • Put squash and onion into a dutch oven and pour broth mixture in over vegetables. Cover vegetables about 2/3 of the way, don't completely cover (you may have some broth left over). Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes. When squash is tender, remove from heat & let cool.
  • When cool enough to handle, transfer squash mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  • Return squash mixture to dutch oven and slowly stir in cream. You might not want the whole cup. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add dash of cayenne pepper, if desired.
  • If planning to serve cold, let stand in refrigerator several hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend. Stir well before serving.
  • If freezing, let cool completely, then place desired number of servings in freezer containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. To prepare from frozen, simply thaw in microwave or stovetop & serve!

SPICY SUMMER SQUASH WITH HERBS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 medium yellow or green summer squash or a mix, diced (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 small jalapeno, minced (with some seeds)
1 medium onion, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage or rosemary
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the squash, jalapenos, onions, vinegar, 3/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste and stir to combine. Cover and cook until the squash starts to brown, stirring twice during cooking, about 6 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the squash is nicely browned and tender, another 6 minutes. Add the sage and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Season with salt to taste. Stir in the chives, transfer to a bowl or platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 133 milligrams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 5 grams

SPICY WINTER SQUASH SOUP



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Spicy and satisfying soup! Olive oil can be cut back to a drizzle for those looking to lighten their fat intake. NOTE:If using curry powder...replace basil with cilantro or parsley.

Provided by Lorrie in Montreal

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning or 2 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/2 lbs winter squash
2 -3 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced
1 liter skim milk
2 cups sweet onions, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
4 teaspoons olive oil
10 ounces frozen corn kernels
10 ounces frozen green beans or 10 ounces frozen green peas
3/4 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped

Steps:

  • Trim edges of squash, cut into four pieces, remove seeds.
  • Steam 12-15 minutes until soft.
  • Scrape the squash from the skin into a blender, add ginger and 2 1/2 cups milk; purée.
  • Sauté onion, celery and garlic in 3 teaspoons olive oil until onions are soft.
  • Reduce heat to low, stir in Cajun spice mix. Stir for 30 seconds, add squash purée and remaining milk.
  • Bring to a boil, simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Add corn and green beans and continue to simmer.
  • Stir in basil.
  • Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.7, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 5.1, Sodium 189.2, Carbohydrate 59.3, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 8.6, Protein 16.2

CREAMY SUMMER SQUASH SOUP



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Don't skimp on your midday meal. Pair this light-yet-filling soup with a flatbread sandwich for a satisfying lunch that will get you through even your toughest days.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro stems, plus 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon ground coriander
5 medium yellow summer squash (2 1/2 pounds), chopped
Coarse salt
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook onion, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cilantro stems, and coriander and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add squash and 2 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until squash is just tender, about 15 minutes. Let cool slightly, then season with salt.
  • Puree soup in batches until smooth. (If too thick, thin with a little water.) Adjust seasoning if necessary and let cool slightly. Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve with lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 43 g

SOUTHWESTERN SQUASH SOUP



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This recipe is the perfect soup for a cool winter night. To spice things up even more, add one finely-chopped canned chipotle pepper before you puree the soup.-David Collin, Martinez, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
2-1/2 cups mashed cooked butternut squash
1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
Cayenne pepper to taste, optional
Ground nutmeg and sprigs of fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add cumin and coriander; toss to coat. Add sweet potatoes, squash, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Cool slightly. puree in small batches in a blender until smooth; return all to the pan. Add cream; heat through. If desired, season with cayenne pepper and garnish with nutmeg and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 829mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HEIDI SWANSON'S SUMMER SQUASH SOUP WITH COCONUT MILK RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Heidi Swanson's Summer Squash Soup with Coconut Milk Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by á-81356

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Sea salt, fine
1 tablespoon red Thai curry paste, plus more if needed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for tofu croutons
3 large shallots, chopped
1 1/2 pounds yellow summer squash or zucchini, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
12 ounces potatoes, unpeeled, cut into tiny cubes
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups lightly flavored vegetable broth or water
1 (14-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk

Steps:

  • Season the tofu with a pinch of salt, toss with a small amount of oil, and cook in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, until the pieces are browned on one side. Toss gently once or twice, and continue cooking until the tofu is firm, golden, and bouncy, 3 to 4 more minutes. Set aside. Mash the curry paste into the coconut oil until the paste is well-incorporated. Heat this paste in a large heavy soup pot over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the shallots and a couple of pinches of salt and sauté until the shallots are tender, another couple of minutes. Stir in the squash and potatoes and cook until the squash starts to get tender, a few minutes. Stir in the garlic, then add the broth and coconut milk. Bring just to a boil, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or curry paste, if needed. Serve each bowl topped with some of the tofu croutons.

CHILLED SPICED YELLOW-SQUASH SOUP



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Provided by Daniel Patterson

Categories     easy, lunch, quick, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds yellow crookneck squash, trimmed and roughly chopped
1/2 cup olive oil, plus more to garnish
1/8 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and ground
1/4 teaspoon coriander seeds, toasted and ground
1/8, teaspoon ground turmeric
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon lime juice
Chopped mint, to garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the squash, olive oil, red pepper, cumin, coriander, turmeric and 1 1/2 cups water in a pot with a large pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer, covered, until the squash is very tender.
  • Once the squash has cooled, purée it in a blender on high for 30 seconds. Pass through a fine-mesh sieve. When completely cool, season to taste with the lime juice, salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls, and garnish with mint and a few drops of olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 32, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 361 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Select the Right Squash: Choose tender, young summer squash with smooth skin and no blemishes. Zucchini, yellow squash, and pattypan squash are all excellent choices.
  • Prepare the Squash Properly: Wash the squash thoroughly and trim off the ends. If using zucchini or yellow squash, cut them into 1-inch pieces. If using pattypan squash, cut them into 1/2-inch slices.
  • Use a Variety of Vegetables: In addition to squash, add other vegetables to the soup for extra flavor and nutrition. Onions, garlic, tomatoes, peppers, and corn are all great options.
  • Season the Soup Generously: Don't be afraid to add plenty of spices and herbs to the soup. Chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano all pair well with squash. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat.
  • Garnish the Soup Before Serving: A simple garnish can make the soup look more appealing and inviting. Try topping it with sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, or croutons.

Conclusion:

Spicy summer squash soup is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a summer meal. With its fresh, vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients, this soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this spicy summer squash soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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