Description
This creamy Zucchini Soup is the perfect way to savor summer’s bounty. Made with fresh zucchini and a handful of simple ingredients, this easy-to-make soup delivers rich flavors and a velvety texture without the need for heavy creams or complicated techniques. Ideal for cozy family dinners or quick lunches, this delightful dish is customizable to suit any palate. Whether garnished with fresh herbs or paired with crusty bread, it’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5 cups zucchini (cut into chunks)
- 2 russet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ teaspoon EACH: dried rosemary, thyme, celery salt, pepper, salt
- 1 pinch cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a soup pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, zucchini chunks, and seasonings; sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Add cubed potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender (about 20 minutes).
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in half-and-half and cheddar until combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg