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Make Ahead Zucchini Soup

Chill Out with This Make Ahead Zucchini Soup for Summer Bliss

Discover the refreshing Make Ahead Zucchini Soup, perfect for hot summer days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 cups zucchini keep the skin on
  • 1 large onion cut into large chunks
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth swap for vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup sour cream can substitute Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Serving
  • to taste fresh herbs (basil or mint) optional
  • to taste grated cheese (Parmesan or feta) optional
  • to taste drizzle of olive oil optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  2. Add diced zucchini, onion, and minced garlic; sauté for 5–7 minutes until onions are translucent.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover; simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and cool for 10–20 minutes. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Stir in the sour cream and blend again until well combined.
  6. Serve in bowls with a drizzle of olive oil, grated cheese, and fresh herbs, adding salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the soup to cool before refrigerating to preserve texture and flavor. Adjust seasoning after chilling as flavors can mellow.

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