Zucchini and Basil Soup
Zucchini is technically a fruit, but it is commonly used as a vegetable in cooking.
This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Zucchini and Basil Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
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Add zucchini and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Blend the soup until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
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Return the soup to the pot and heat over low heat. Stir in basil leaves, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
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Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Serve hot and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
