Description
Indulge in the warmth of this creamy Zucchini Soup, a delightful blend of fresh zucchini and tender potatoes that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting dish. Perfect for chilly evenings or light lunches, this easy recipe highlights natural flavors without the heaviness of a roux. With just 15 minutes of prep, you can savor a rich, velvety soup ready to impress at gatherings or cozy dinners. Add your favorite toppings to personalize each serving and experience guilt-free comfort food that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5 cups zucchini (cut into chunks)
- 2 russet potatoes (1 pound)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup half and half
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Seasonings: dried rosemary, thyme, celery salt, pepper, cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- In a soup pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté diced onions until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in zucchini and seasonings; cook for five minutes.
- Add potato pieces, chicken broth, and soy sauce; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer until vegetables are fork-tender (about 20 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in half and half and shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg