Best Zucchini Soup With Crunchy Ham Strips Recipes

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ZUCCHINI, POTATO AND HAM SOUP



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Make and share this Zucchini, Potato and Ham Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil (they listed butter)
3 zucchini, approx 1 lb. sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 onions, chopped
2 large potatoes, recommends Yukon Gold, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
salt
4 cups fat free chicken broth
8 ounces cooked ham, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill
1 pinch nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the potatoes and zucchini and season with salt.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil; cover, lower the heat and simmer until the veggies are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Using a hand held blender, partially puree the soup, leaving some chunks.
  • Stir in the ham, dill and nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.4, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 53.3, Sodium 552.6, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 6.5, Protein 21.9

EASY ZUCCHINI SOUP



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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

½ cup butter
2 pounds zucchini, cut into chunks
1 (15 ounce) can chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon curry powder

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

HAM & ZUCCHINI ITALIANO



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I strongly believe dinner should be three things: healthy, delicious and simple. With fresh zucchini, ham and marinara sauce baked with mozzarella, you can accomplish all three in the time it takes to describe the dish to a grateful family. -Madison Mayberry, Ames, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium zucchini, cut diagonally into 1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound smoked deli ham, cut into strips
1 cup marinara or spaghetti sauce
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, saute zucchini in oil until crisp-tender. Sprinkle with basil, salt and pepper., Place half of the zucchini in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Layer with half of the ham, marinara sauce and cheese. Repeat layers., Bake, uncovered, 10-12 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1013mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

AWARD WINNING ZUCCHINI SOUP



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This is a family tradition when the zucchinis are ready. This soup has won first prize in our local county fair. It's not to strongly zucchini flavored, and has a fabulous italian flavor. I have NEVER found anyone who dislikes this soup, try it you'll see!!

Provided by spreadnjoy

Categories     Pork

Time 2h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2-2 lbs sweet Italian sausage
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth
1 -2 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
2 -3 thin sliced unpeeled zucchini (you'll have to eyeball this one, because zucchini come in so many sizes!)
2 fresh minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon chopped dried parsley
1 teaspoon dry basil
1 teaspoon dry oregano
1 -2 cup water

Steps:

  • Fry sausage in a soup pan, drain
  • Add all other ingerdients except water.
  • Add water in a cup at a time, I add 2 cups, then if after cooking the soup looks a bit thick, I add more.
  • Reduce heat and allow the soup to simmer 2-3 hours, or until the zucchini is tender and transparent.
  • Serve with a yummy crusty Italian bread, or garlic bread!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.9, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 51.1, Sodium 1732.5, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 9.6, Protein 33.5

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