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Easy Creamy Zucchini Soup

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Make this simple, velvety zucchini soup for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner or light lunch. It uses fresh garden zucchini and comes together fast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 large zucchini, chopped (about 6 cups)
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened plant milk (like almond or soy) or heavy cream
  • Optional: 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the chopped zucchini, potatoes (if using), vegetable broth, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the zucchini and potatoes are very tender.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until completely smooth and velvety. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a standard blender and blend until smooth, then return it to the pot.
  6. Stir in the plant milk or heavy cream until fully incorporated. Heat gently for 2 minutes, but do not boil.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, topped with cheese or nutritional yeast if desired.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free, vegan option, substitute heavy cream with unsweetened plant milk and use nutritional yeast instead of cheddar cheese for a cheesy flavor.
  • This soup freezes well for future quick meals. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
  • If you want a richer flavor, sauté 2 slices of chopped bacon before the onions and use the rendered fat instead of olive oil.

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