Zucchini Soup with Herbed Cream

Creamy, comforting, and packed with garden-fresh flavor, this Zucchini Soup with Herbed Cream is the perfect way to elevate a humble vegetable into a gourmet delight. Featuring tender zucchini simmered in a savory vegetable broth, this soup is blended to velvety perfection and enriched with a touch of butter for a luxurious finish. Each bowl is crowned with a luscious dollop of herbed cream, blended with fresh parsley and chives, adding a burst of freshness and elegance. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is a wonderful choice for a quick, wholesome dinner or an impressive starter for guests. Perfect for zucchini season or any time you crave a light yet satisfying soup, this dish is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Zucchini
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Parsley
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Chives
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the zucchini, then slice them into thin rounds.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced zucchini to the pot and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini softens slightly.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let the mixture cook for 15 minutes until the zucchini is tender.

Step 6

While the soup simmers, prepare the herbed cream. In a small bowl, mix the heavy cream with the chopped parsley and chives. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 7

Once the zucchini is tender, use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a blender and blend until creamy, then return it to the pot.

Step 8

Stir in the butter to enrich the soup and adjust seasoning to taste with more salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a dollop of herbed cream. Garnish with extra chopped herbs if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2061.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1473.0

Total Fat 90.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Cholesterol 152.9mg	0%
Sodium 12177.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 75.7g
Protein 27.8g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 320.8mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 3748.4mg	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: 55.4%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 37.0%