Zucchini Cream Style

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Zucchini Cream Style, a comforting and easy-to-make soup that elevates humble ingredients into a gourmet delight. Crafted with tender zucchini, aromatic garlic, and onions, this recipe blends the vibrant freshness of parsley with the richness of heavy cream to create a lusciously smooth texture. Simmered in savory vegetable broth and finished with an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, each spoonful bursts with flavor. Perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant appetizer, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Serve this nutrient-packed soup warm and watch it become a family favorite. Keywords: zucchini cream soup, creamy zucchini recipe, quick vegetable soup, healthy zucchini recipe.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 4 medium zucchini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, grated parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

12 steps

1. Wash the zucchinis thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds. Set aside.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

3. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until it becomes translucent.

4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.

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

6. Pour in the vegetable broth, cover the pot, and bring the mixture to a boil.

7. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until the zucchini is soft and tender.

8. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a countertop blender in batches, blending carefully and returning it to the pot.

9. Stir in the heavy cream, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to incorporate the flavors.

10. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

11. Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally garnish with grated parmesan cheese and additional parsley.

12. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (500.9g)

Calories		306
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		20.0 g	26%
	Saturated Fat	8.0 g	40%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.5 g
Cholesterol		32 mg	11%
Sodium		846 mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate		24.0 g	9%
	Dietary Fiber	5.5 g	20%
	Total Sugars	8.5 g
Protein		8.0 g	16%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		98 mg	8%
Iron		2.0 mg	11%
Potassium		996 mg	21%

*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: 726 cal (58.7%%)

Protein: 127 cal (10.3%%)

Carbs: 384 cal (31.0%%)