QUICK CREAM OF ZUCCHINI SOUP

Quick Cream of Zucchini Soup image

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

Ingredients

2 cups sliced zucchini
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups chicken broth
3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups milk
Paprika and additional zucchini, optional

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.