Vegan Creamy Zucchini Soup

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Vegan Creamy Zucchini Soup, a wholesome and dairy-free delight perfect for any season. This easy-to-make recipe features fresh zucchini simmered with aromatic onions, garlic, and fragrant basil, blended to perfection with rich coconut milk for a luxuriously creamy texture. Enhanced with a touch of nutritional yeast and a splash of lemon juice, this soup delivers a savory flavor profile with a bright, zesty finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this gluten-free, plant-based dish is a comforting choice for lunch or dinner, and it's ideal for meal prep. Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy a bowlful of hearty, nourishing goodness that’s as satisfying as it is simple!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 medium zucchini, sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk, unsweetened
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon 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 becomes translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the sliced zucchini to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini starts to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, or until the zucchini is very tender.

Step 6

Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until smooth.

Step 8

Return the blended soup to the pot. Stir in the chopped basil leaves, salt, black pepper, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice.

Step 9

Bring the soup back to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with a few extra basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2188.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	897.0

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4688.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.3g	0%
Total Sugars 34.4g
Protein 35.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 358.3mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 4320.3mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 43.9%