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
ITALIAN ZUCCHINI SOUP
This Italian zucchini soup recipe was given to me by my neighbor. Nice and simple, it's a good way to use a lot of your zucchini and other garden vegetables. It freezes well and is great to have on hand on a cold winter day. -Clara Mae Chambers, Superior, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h25m
Yield 2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, brown sausage with onion; drain excess fat. Add the next eight ingredients; cover and simmer 1 hour. Stir in zucchini and simmer 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 1046mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND ZUCCHINI SOUP
Everyone in my family likes this soup recipe. Sometimes I add mini farfalle because my grandchildren say the noodles look like tiny butterflies. This recipe also works in a slow cooker. -Nancy Murphy, Mount Dora, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook sausage, onion and pepper over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 4-6 minutes, breaking sausage into crumbles; drain., Add broth, tomatoes, basil and parsley; bring to a boil. Stir in zucchini and orzo; return to a boil. Cook, covered, until zucchini and orzo are tender, 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 789mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
CREAM OF ZUCCHINI SOUP
Make and share this Cream of Zucchini Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by breezermom
Categories Onions
Time 40m
Yield 7 1/2 Cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Saute onion in butter in a large saucepan until tender. Add the zucchini and broth; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until the zucchini is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the zucchini/onion mix, or place in a blender.
- Return the pureed mixture to the saucepan. Stir in half and half and seasonings. Cook zucchini mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thoroughly heated. Ladle soup into individual soup bowls. Sprinkle evenly with shredded Cheddar cheese.
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
CREAMY ZUCCHINI SOUP
In our area, we use lots of zucchini. One day I decided to try a new recipe for it, and my family really liked the results.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in the milk, water, bouillon, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add zucchini. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Stir in cheese until melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
ZUCCHINI-BASIL SOUP
Provided by Shelley Wiseman
Categories Soup/Stew Blender Food Processor Herb Appetizer Vegetarian Lunch Basil Squash Zucchini Summer Healthy Vegan Gourmet Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Julienne skin (only) from half of zucchini with slicer; toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt and drain in a sieve until wilted, at least 20 minutes. Coarsely chop remaining zucchini.
- Cook onion and garlic in oil in a 3- to 4-quarts heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chopped zucchini and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Add 3 cups water and simmer, partially covered, until tender, about 15 minutes. Purée soup with basil in 2 batches in a blender (use caution when blending hot liquids).
- Bring remaining cup water to a boil in a small saucepan and blanch julienned zucchini 1 minute. Drain in a sieve set over a bowl (use liquid to thin soup if necessary).
- Season soup with salt and pepper. Serve in shallow bowls with julienned zucchini mounded on top.
CREAMY, CHEESY ZUCCHINI SOUP
This zucchini soup is warm and creamy, perfect for fall or winter. Stock up and freeze when zucchini is in season. Perfect for low-carb diets!
Provided by Chair
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put zucchini in large Dutch oven with a few inches of water. Simmer zucchini over medium-low heat until tender when poked with a fork, about 20 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer zucchini to a blender, leaving about 1 inch of water in the bottom of the pot.
- Blend zucchini until no large chunks remain; return to the pot. Combine bell pepper, red onions, and cilantro in the blender; blend until no large pieces remain. Stir bell pepper mixture into the blended zucchini; add cream, Swiss cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium-low heat until warmed through and the cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Cholesterol 139 mg, Fat 39.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 24.5 g, Sodium 372.9 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
NICOLE'S CREAMY ZUCCHINI SOUP
This zucchini soup is savory, delicious, and reminiscent of a creamy broccoli soup. A bit of fresh dill for garnish really brightens it up and complements the earthy zucchini flavor. It's a great way to use up the bounty of summer zucchini!
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add zucchini, potato, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring often, until softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in stock and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes.
- Fill blender halfway with soup. Cover and hold lid down with a potholder; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Pour into another large saucepan. Repeat with remaining soup.
- Stir in cream and bring soup to a low simmer to heat through. Ladle into bowls and garnish with dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 35.3 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 984.3 mg, Sugar 5 g
MEXICAN ZUCCHINI CHEESE SOUP
We can't wait to make this delicious, slightly spicy soup every summer when zucchini and squash are plentiful in our garden. We like to serve this soup with warm tortillas.
Provided by Always Cooking
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot, and saute the onion and garlic until tender. Season with oregano.
- Mix in the chicken broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Mix in the zucchini, yellow squash, corn, and chile peppers. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
- Mix the cubed processed cheese into the soup. Continue to cook and stir until cheese is melted. Season with pepper. Mix in the cilantro just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 47.8 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 1829 mg, Sugar 11.5 g
CURRIED ZUCCHINI SOUP
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 7h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the curry powder, salt, and cayenne, stir, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the zucchini, reduce to medium heat, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the zucchini is very tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from the heat. With a hand-held immersion blender, or in batches in a food processor, puree the soup. Return to medium heat and stir in the cream. Simmer for 3 minutes. Adjust the seasoning, to taste.
- Pour into a clean container and let cool slightly. Refrigerate until well chilled, 4 to 6 hours.
- To serve, ladle into large cups, garnish with cilantro, and serve with hot pappadums or pita toast. This soup may be served hot or cold.
CREAM OF ZUCCHINI SOUP
"Zucchini is such a plentiful producer during the summer that I made several batches of this soup and freeze it for the two of us," writes Bernice Morris of Marshfield, Missouri. "It's wonderful when cooler weather sets in."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the zucchini, water, onion, bouillon and seasoned salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Cool slightly., In a blender, cover and process soup in batches until pureed. Return all to the pan. Add milk and butter; cook and stir until better is melted. Serve immediately or transfer to a freezer container. May be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts :
ZUCCHINI AND BASIL SOUP
Blend a little potato into this soup for a rich and creamy texture.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the potatoes, thyme, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring, until the potatoes are well coated, 2 to 3 minutes more. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the zucchini, bring back to a simmer and cook until tender, about 10 minutes, adjusting the heat as needed to maintain a simmer. Remove from the heat, discard the thyme and let cool at least 5 minutes. Stir the basil into the soup and carefully puree until smooth with a handheld immersion blender or in 2 to 3 batches in a blender (do not fill the blender more than halfway full).
- Reheat the soup if necessary, adjusting the consistency and seasoning with additional water, salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and garnish with a sprinkle of almonds, basil leaves and a drizzle of oil.
SLOW COOKER ZUCCHINI SOUP
This is great as thick soup served with French bread or served over rice or noodles. Better the next day!
Provided by JENNIFER0320
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 4h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Mix celery into cooked sausage; cook and stir until celery is softened, about 10 minutes.
- Combine sausage mixture, zucchini, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, salt, sugar, oregano, Italian seasoning, basil, and garlic powder in a slow cooker.
- Cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours. Garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 2218.3 mg, Sugar 13 g
ZUCCHINI SOUP I
A delicious soup served anytime.
Provided by William Anatooskin
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large frying pan, melt butter or margarine; add onion and saute until translucent. Add diced potato, zucchini, thyme, rosemary, basil, and white pepper, and cook for 5 minutes.
- In a medium-sized cooking pot, add broth and bring to boil. Add zucchini/potato mixture; reduce heat and simmer about 15 minutes.
- When cooked, puree in food processor or blender in batches. Return to cooking pot, add milk and bring just to boil, but do not boil. Add instant mashed potato flakes and soy sauce and stir well. Adjust seasonings to taste. Garnish with dill weed. Soup may be served hot or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 3.1 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 182.6 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
CURRIED ZUCCHINI SOUP
A cup of this soup is delicious, served hot or cold. To chill quickly, place soup in a bowl, and set in an ice-water bath, stirring frequently until cool.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and 1 tablespoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and curry powder; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add zucchini, potato, and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
- In batches, puree soup in a blender (do not fill more than halfway) until smooth; serve immediately, or let cool, and refrigerate in an airtight container until chilled. Garnish with toasted almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g
CHILLED ZUCCHINI SOUP
Perfect for the summer and quick to make. If you enjoy gazpacho or any other cold soups, you'll love this. Zucchini combines with tomato, mint, basil, and a touch of lemon juice for a fresh tasting soup.
Provided by topfgucker
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 2h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour water into the saucepan and bring to a boil. Add 4 sprigs of mint and zucchini. Reduce heat to low and simmer soup, covered, for 15 minutes. Remove mint.
- Stir together cornstarch and cold water and add to the soup. Increase heat to medium and whisk cornstarch mixture so soup thickens. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Chill soup in the refrigerator until cold, about 2 hours. Before serving, add lemon juice and garnish with remaining mint, basil, and remaining olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 65.1 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
FRESH TOMATO ZUCCHINI SOUP
At a point of abundance with tomatoes and zucchini from my garden I came up with this soup. A friend said it was like a soup you would get at one of those chic 5 star restaurants! Serve with crusty French bread and salad. This soup tastes wonderful after a little cooking or simmering a long time. Sometimes I add cooked rice to give a bit more substance.
Provided by Susan Elane Berry
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the zucchini and garlic in the skillet until lightly browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, puree the tomatoes, onion, and chile pepper, leaving a few small chunks.
- In a large pot, mix the tomato puree and vegetable broth. Season with tarragon, dill, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and mix in the zucchini and garlic. Cover, and cook 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 404.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
PURéED ZUCCHINI SOUP WITH CURRY
Just the right amount of basmati rice contributes just the right amount of substance to this beautiful, light spring soup.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories soups and stews, appetizer, side dish
Time 50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy soup pot and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until it is tender, about 5 minutes. Add a generous pinch of salt, the garlic and the zucchini and stir for about a minute, until the garlic smells fragrant. Add the curry powder, stir together, and add the stock or water, the rice and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes. Taste and adjust salt.
- Purée the soup with an immersion blender or a food mill or in batches in a blender, taking care to remove the lid or take out the center insert and to cover with a towel to avoid hot splashes. Return to the pot, heat through, add pepper and cayenne to taste and stir in the lemon juice. Serve, garnishing each bowl with paper-thin slices of zucchini, chopped chives and croutons if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 175, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 999 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams
BEEF ZUCCHINI SOUP
"I make this wonderful garden-fresh soup as soon as my homegrown zucchini is plentiful," remarks Betty Claycomb from Alverton, Pennsylvania. "I often double the recipe and freeze some to enjoy later," she adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook the beef, celery, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, zucchini, water, Italian seasoning, salt if desired, bouillon, sugar and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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