You’ll love this creamy zucchini soup recipe — quick, easy, comforting, and packed with flavor. Made with just 6 simple ingredients, it’s perfect for a cozy meal any day.
2 lb Zucchini ~6 medium sliced into half moons 1/4 inch thick
2 1/2 cups Chicken broth reduced sodium or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
1 tsp Sea salt to taste
1/4 tsp Black pepper to taste
3/4 cup Heavy cream plus more for garnish if desired
Fresh dill optional for garnish
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent and starting to brown.
Add the minced garlic and saute for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the zucchini and chicken broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat cover and simmer for 8-12 minutes until the zucchini is tender. Remove from heat.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth Alternatively you can pour the soup into a high-powered blender and blend until smooth working in batches if needed Return the soup to the pot afterward If you like you can reserve a few pieces of zucchini for garnish.
Place the zucchini soup over low heat Add the heavy cream and stir for 2-3 minutes until warm.
Season with salt and pepper to taste If desired garnish bowls of zucchini soup with a drizzle of cream or olive oil and sprigs of fresh dill
Notes
If desired you can reserve a few pieces of zucchini for garnish Add more heavy cream for a richer texture Garnish with fresh dill or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor