Zucchini Basil Soup
A comforting, vibrant Zucchini Basil Soup that blends fresh basil and creamy zucchini for a satisfying dish on chilly evenings.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
Course: Snacks & Starters
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comfort Food, easy recipes, Garden Fresh Soup, Healthy Soup, Vegetarian Soup, Zucchini Basil Soup
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 150kcal
For the Soup
- 4 medium Zucchini chopped
- 1 Onion diced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
How to Make Zucchini Basil Soup
In a pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil until it shimmers.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they turn translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Toss in the chopped zucchinis and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they're slightly softened.
Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing your mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in the fresh basil leaves, then blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Taste your soup and season with salt and pepper as desired.
Ladle the Zucchini Basil Soup into bowls, ready to be enjoyed!
This soup can be garnished with a drizzle of olive oil for extra richness.
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg