Zucchini soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up zucchini from your garden. The key to making a thick and easy zucchini soup is to use a good quality vegetable broth and to cook the zucchini until it is very soft. Once the zucchini is cooked, you can blend it until it is smooth or leave it chunky, depending on your preference. You can also add other vegetables to your soup, such as carrots, celery, and onions. Finally, season your soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying thick and easy zucchini soup.
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EASY ZUCCHINI SOUP
This creamy (but cream-free!) soup is a great addition to any meal. It's quick and easy, you will have your guests thinking that you have been cooking all day!
Provided by Julia L
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a pot over medium heat. Add zucchini, chicken broth, salt, and curry powder to the pot; cook until the zucchini is soft, about 15 minutes.
- Pour soup into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid in place; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 50.9 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1021.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
CREAMY ZUCCHINI SOUP
You don't need loads of cream or even a roux to make a creamy zucchini soup. The natural texture of the zucchini flesh whizzes up beautifully to be a silky, creamy texture. It's well worth the extra few minutes to saute onions until golden for the extra flavour it adds. Topping the soup with a pinch of parmesan is a great finishing touch, otherwise try croutons, finely sliced basil or other herb.
Provided by Nagi
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat. Add garlic and onions, and cook for 3 - 4 minutes until they are light golden brown.
- Add zucchinis, broth and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to medium. Optional: Scoop brown foam (scum) off surface every now and then.
- Cook for 15 - 20 minutes or until zucchini is very soft.
- Use a stick blender to whizz until smooth. (Note 1 for blender)
- Stir through cream and milk. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls, swirl over a touch of cream if desired, a pinch of shredded parmesan, and more pepper. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 512 g, Calories 215 kcal
ZUCCHINI SOUP
This creamy zucchini soup is the BEST way to use up garden zucchini with no need for a roux to make it nice and thick! Simply blend seasoned zucchini with potatoes to create a thick and flavorful broth. Add a touch of cream and your choice of cheese if desired for even more indulgence!
Provided by Stephanie
Categories Soup
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Note: There is no need to peel the zucchini for this soup unless yours is jumbo sized, in which case it's possible that the skins are tough and slightly bitter.
- Shred the cheese from a block for best results. Set aside to allow to come down to room temperature. This will allow it to melt and combine into the soup smoothly.
- Melt butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Add onions, cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- Add diced zucchini and seasonings: (1/4 tsp each of: dried rosemary, thyme, celery salt, kosher salt, pepper, and an optional pinch of cayenne.) Sauté for 5 minutes.
- Peel and rinse the potatoes. Cut them into small pieces of equal size so that they cook evenly and quickly.
- Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium. Skim up any brown foam from the top if needed.
- Let simmer, partially covered, until the vegetables are very fork tender. About 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender in batches to blend until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 963 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FAST AND EASY ZUCCHINI SOUP
This is a fast and easy soup that I keep on hand at all times. Great for when an unexpected guest comes over. Inexpensive and freezes well, too. Warms your belly on those chilly days of winter.
Provided by Jilly Bean
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir zucchini, water, and chicken bouillon cubes together in a stock pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, place a cover on the pot, and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drop cream cheese into the soup; cook and stir until the cheese melts, about 5 minutes.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 62.7 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 2205.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
THICK AND EASY ZUCCHINI SOUP
This is my spin on a quick, easy, healthy version of zucchini soup a friend of ours served at a party. This is a nice, thick soup -- much like a split pea in consistency. Mediterranean flavor.
Provided by Mommy Diva
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Lightly saute zucchini, onions and garlic in a pan over medium heat.
- When half way done, add all spices and 1 can of broth and finish cooking until tender, but firm.
- Blend in blender, adding additional stock as needed, stopping when you have a thick, split pea consistency.
- Enjoy!
QUICK CREAM OF ZUCCHINI SOUP
Because this soup is very easy to prepare, I reach for it often in the summer when I'm busy playing volleyball and baseball. It's also a great way to use up excess zucchini.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute zucchini, onion and carrot in butter until crisp-tender. Add the broth, tarragon, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool slightly., Transfer to a blender. Cover and process until pureed; return to pan. Add milk; heat through. Garnish with paprika and zucchini if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 857mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
EASY LOW FAT CURRIED ZUCCHINI SOUP
A great different way to use up the zucchini that keep popping up in your garden. The curry flavor is very mild.
Provided by KatKatia
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft.
- Add the garlic and curry powder, stirring until fragrant. (2 minutes).
- Add the zucchini, potato, and broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Puree the soup (preferable in batches) in a blender until smooth, serve immediately OR let cool and refrigerate in an airtight container until chilled. Taste great cold OR hot.
- I personally used an immersion blender, which worked wonderfully and is a lot easy with less dishes to clean later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.2, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 699.5, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 5.2, Protein 3.9
Tips:
- Choose the right zucchini: For the best flavor and texture, choose medium-sized zucchini that are firm and heavy for their size.
- Wash the zucchini thoroughly: Scrub the zucchini with a vegetable brush to remove any dirt or debris.
- Don't peel the zucchini: The skin of the zucchini is packed with nutrients, so there's no need to peel it.
- Cut the zucchini into small pieces: This will help the zucchini cook evenly.
- Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil will add a rich, flavorful base to your soup.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When sautéing the zucchini, don't overcrowd the pan or the zucchini will steam instead of brown.
- Add the broth and seasonings: Once the zucchini is browned, add the broth and seasonings. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Puree the soup: Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Serve the soup immediately: Zucchini soup is best served hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
Conclusion:
Zucchini soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is a great way to use up summer zucchini, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you like it creamy or chunky, mild or spicy, there is a zucchini soup recipe out there for everyone. So next time you have a surplus of zucchini, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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