Rosemary Zucchini Soup
Warm, comforting, and infused with the earthy aroma of fresh rosemary, this Rosemary Zucchini Soup is a perfect way to embrace simple, wholesome flavors. Made with tender zucchini simmered in savory vegetable broth and blended to velvety perfection, this quick and easy recipe (ready in just 35 minutes!) shines as a nourishing appetizer or light main course. A touch of heavy cream can be added for indulgent richness, though the soup is equally delightful when kept dairy-free. Garnished with a sprig of rosemary, it’s as visually inviting as it is delicious. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, this gluten-free and vegetarian dish truly celebrates seasonal produce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (chopped) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 medium (sliced into rounds) zucchini
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the sliced zucchini to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender.
Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend to a smooth consistency.
If desired, stir in the heavy cream for a richer texture.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh rosemary sprigs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.9 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 12099 mg | 526% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 3646 mg | 78% | |
*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.
