Zucchini and Basil Soup
Zucchini is actually a fruit, but it is commonly used as a vegetable in cooking.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Zucchini and Basil Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
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Add sliced zucchini to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
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Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let the soup cool slightly. Use a blender to puree the soup until smooth.
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Return the soup to the pot and stir in chopped basil leaves. Season with salt and black pepper.
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Simmer for another 5 minutes.
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Serve hot and garnish with additional basil leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 16g6%
- Sugars 6g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
