Dairy-Free Creamy Zucchini Soup

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Dairy-Free Creamy Zucchini Soup, a wholesome and comforting recipe that’s perfect for any season. This delicious plant-based soup combines tender zucchini, aromatic garlic, and savory onion, all simmered in rich vegetable broth before being blended to silky perfection. Coconut milk adds a luscious creaminess without the need for dairy, while hints of nutritional yeast and a splash of fresh lemon juice elevate the flavor to a whole new level. Ready in just under 45 minutes, this easy-to-make soup is naturally gluten-free, vegan, and bursting with fresh basil for an herby finish. Whether you’re looking for a light starter or a hearty bowl to enjoy with crusty bread, this recipe is a delightful way to savor seasonal produce while staying dairy-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 medium zucchinis, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped zucchinis to the pot and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.

Step 5

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, or until the zucchinis are tender.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, blend the soup in batches using a countertop blender.

Step 9

Return the soup to the pot and stir in the coconut milk, salt, black pepper, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice.

Step 10

Heat the soup gently over low heat until warm, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves on top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1925.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	896.9

Total Fat 38.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4686.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 47.8g
Protein 31.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 326.8mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 3761.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.9%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 49.5%