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Bowl of Zucchini Soup with homemade croutons, parmesan cheese, and sour cream.
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Zucchini Soup

Zucchini Soup is seasonal, simple, and delicious. It is light and refreshing and perfect when your garden is bursting at the seams with zucchini!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ZUCCHINI SOUP
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 46kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke-iamhomesteader.com

Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion, quartered
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 large zucchini, cut in large chunks (skin on), about 6 cups
  • 32 ounces (4 cups) vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon onion salt
  • teaspoon paprika
  • teaspoon black pepper

For Serving

  • sour cream
  • parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • croutons, for garnish
  • parsley, chopped for garnish
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • In a large pot with a lid, combine the onion, bell pepper, garlic, zucchini, and vegetable broth.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for approximately 20 minutes, or until the zucchini is very tender.
  • Remove from heat and purée the soup with an immersion blender until smooth (or carefully transfer to a blender in batches).
  • Stir in salt, onion salt, paprika, and black pepper until well combined.
  • Pour into bowls and top with a dollop of sour cream, grated Parmesan, croutons, and chopped parsley. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 46kcal