Low-Carb Zucchini Soup: Discover a Delicious Healthy Delight!
A delicious and healthy low-carb zucchini soup that is perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add the chopped zucchinis and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes until zucchinis are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg