Basil & Zucc Soup

A vibrant and velvety soup made from fresh zucchini and a large handful of aromatic basil leaves. This bright green soup is incredibly light and refreshing, perfect for utilizing a summer garden's over-abundance of zucchini. Serve it chilled or warm with a swirl of olive oil for a clean and healthy appetizer.

Prep 10 minCook 28 minTotal 38 minUpdated Jul 3, 202638 minLow CarbGluten Free

A vibrant and velvety soup made from fresh zucchini and a large handful of aromatic basil leaves. This bright green soup is incredibly light and refreshing, perfect for utilizing a summer garden's over-abundance of zucchini. Serve it chilled or warm with a swirl of olive oil for a clean and healthy appetizer.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Oil
  • 27.5 oz Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic, crushed
  • 238 g Zucchini, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 85 g Chicken Stock Cube, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tsp Basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the butter and oil in a medium saucepan, add the onion and garlic, sir over a medium heat for about 2 minutes or until the onion is soft.
  2. Stir in all the other ingredients-except the basil- bring to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the zucchini is tender.
  3. Stir in the basil.
  4. Blend or process the mixture until smooth.
  5. Return to the pan and reheat.
  6. Serve topped with sour cream, paprika, and extra basil leaves if you wish.

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