Spicy Italian Zucchini Soup
Zucchini is actually a fruit, botanically classified as a type of summer squash.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Spicy Italian Zucchini Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
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Add sliced zucchini and cook for 5 minutes.
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Stir in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until zucchini is tender.
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Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 180kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
