Zucchini Hominy Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Zucchini Hominy Soup, a vibrant and hearty dish that perfectly balances fresh vegetables, smoky seasonings, and zesty citrus. Featuring tender zucchini, golden hominy, and a flavorful broth infused with cumin, oregano, and paprika, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying. A splash of lime juice brightens the flavors, while the optional garnish of fresh cilantro adds a refreshing herbal note. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, offering a wholesome, plant-based meal that serves six. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a cozy dinner, Zucchini Hominy Soup is sure to become a new comfort food favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium zucchini, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups canned hominy, drained and rinsed
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes, canned or fresh
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lime, juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped zucchini to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the hominy, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the lime juice.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5834 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.2 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.7 g | 152% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.9 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 432 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 5115 mg | 109% | |
*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.
