Easy Zucchini Soup Recipe – Fresh & Simple Comfort
Easy Zucchini Soup Recipe is a fresh, simple comfort meal made with tender zucchini, aromatics, and broth for a light yet nourishing soup that comes together quickly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 medium zucchini, sliced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup milk, cream, or yogurt (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced zucchini and stir to coat.
- Pour in the broth and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until zucchini is very tender.
- Remove from heat and blend until smooth using an immersion blender or countertop blender.
- Stir in milk or cream if using and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish as desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh, smaller zucchini for best flavor and texture. Add broth gradually after blending if a thinner soup is desired.