This vegan and gluten-free soup is bursting with flavor from a combination of fresh herbs, spices, and creamy coconut milk.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s easy to make and can be customized based on what vegetables you have on hand.
- The combination of flavors creates a satisfying and hearty soup.
- It can be served hot or cold, making it versatile for any season.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 medium zucchinis, chopped
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- One can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
*Optional toppings: toasted pumpkin seeds or hemp hearts
How To Make This Recipe:
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Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic along with the oregano, cumin salt&pepper until translucent.
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Add the chopped zucchini to the pot along with enough broth to cover all ingredients .Bring it all to boil then reduce cooking temperature too low simmer for approximatly10 minutes until zucchini tenderize nicely .
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Carefully transfer everything into blender/container(Immersion blender will also work )and blend until smooth.
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Return blended mixture back to pot , add one can full-fat coconut milk Season well with more salt/pepper/cumin if necessary just before serving..
5.Top each bowl of soup off some toasted pumpkin seeds or shelled hemp hearts for extra nutrition boost .
Cooking Time & Temperature Guidelines:
Cooking time: Approximately 25 minutes
Temperature: Medium-low heat
My Pro-tips:
• For added protein, add a can of rinsed and drained chickpeas to the soup.
• Use fresh herbs like parsley or basil for added flavor.
• To reduce fat content, use light coconut milk or substitute with almond milk.
Seasoning Options:
Adjust salt & pepper before and after blending— it’s easy to oversalt unsalted broth!
Recipe Tips:
- For a smoother texture, strain the blended soup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any fibrous bits from the zucchini.
- You can make this recipe in advance and store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator overnight.
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe:
- Large pot
- Blender
To sum up:
This flavorful zucchini soup is an easy-to-make vegan soup that provides versatility regarding ingredients, temperature preference, seasonings. Enjoy its yum-factor all year round!
FAQs
What are the ingredients needed for this zucchini soup recipe?
The recipe requires zucchinis, onions, garlic, vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, pepper and fresh herbs such as basil.
Is this zucchini soup suitable for a vegan diet?
Yes! This flavorful zucchini soup is 100% vegan-friendly.
How long does it take to prepare this zucchini soup from start to finish?
This recipe takes approximately 25 minutes of preparation time and another 30 minutes of cook time, making it a quick and easy meal to prepare during busy weeknights.
