Cream of Zucchini Soup Crema De Calabacitas
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!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 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
Wash and trim the ends of the zucchinis. Slice them into thin rounds and set aside.
Peel and dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the sliced zucchini and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Add the chicken or vegetable broth to the pot, followed by the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until the zucchini is very tender.
Using an immersion blender (or transferring the soup in batches to a countertop blender), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the heavy cream and fresh cilantro leaves. Blend again briefly to incorporate the cream and herbs.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or black pepper, if needed.
Serve the soup hot and garnish with optional grated parmesan cheese or croutons for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.0 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.5 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 13464 mg | 585% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.6 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.0 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2328 mg | 50% | |
*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.
