Cream of Zucchini Soup Crema De Calabacitas

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Creamy, comforting, and bursting with the fresh flavors of summer, this Cream of Zucchini Soup (Crema de Calabacitas) is a delightful Mexican-inspired dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring tender zucchini blended with fragrant garlic, sweet onion, and a hint of ground cumin, this silky-smooth soup comes to life with a splash of heavy cream and fresh cilantro for a vibrant touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a light lunch. Whether served as a standalone starter or paired with crusty bread, the addition of optional grated parmesan or crunchy croutons elevates this versatile recipe to a restaurant-quality delight. Packed with wholesome ingredients and easy to make, this soup is a must-try for zucchini lovers!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 4 medium zucchini
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• optional: parmesan cheese, grated (for garnish)
• optional: croutons (for garnish)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Wash and trim the ends of the zucchinis. Slice them into thin rounds and set aside.

2. Peel and dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

3. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

5. Stir in the sliced zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

6. Add the chicken or vegetable broth to the pot, followed by the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

7. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until the zucchini is very tender.

8. Using an immersion blender (or transferring the soup in batches to a countertop blender), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.

9. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh cilantro leaves. Blend again briefly to incorporate the cream and herbs.

10. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or black pepper, if needed.

11. Serve the soup hot and garnish with optional grated parmesan cheese or croutons for extra texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (519.2g)

Calories		243
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		18.7 g	24%
	Saturated Fat	7.8 g	39%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		36 mg	12%
Sodium		1409 mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate		13.5 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	2.6 g	9%
	Total Sugars	6.7 g
Protein		5.7 g	11%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		72 mg	6%
Iron		1.0 mg	6%
Potassium		658 mg	14%

*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: 678 cal (69.0%%)

Protein: 92 cal (9.4%%)

Carbs: 212 cal (21.6%%)