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Creamy Vegan Zucchini Soup Recipe

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This Creamy Zucchini Soup is a smooth, comforting vegan soup packed with fresh zucchini and aromatic basil. Lightly spiced with red pepper flakes and balanced with a touch of olive oil, this soup is perfect as a wholesome appetizer or light meal. Its creamy texture comes from blended cooked zucchini and fresh herbs without any dairy, making it both healthy and flavorful.

Ingredients

Soup Base

  • ¼ cup neutral oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 pounds zucchini, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 cups vegetable broth

Herbs & Seasoning

  • ⅓ cup packed fresh basil leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Extra-virgin olive oil (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat the neutral oil in a medium saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened and fragrant.
  2. Add Zucchini and Spices: Stir in the chopped zucchini, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the zucchini to soften slightly.
  3. Simmer with Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until the zucchini is tender and cooked through.
  4. Blend the Soup: Add the fresh basil leaves. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, transfer half the soup mixture and half the basil to a blender and puree until smooth; repeat with the other half and combine.
  5. Season and Serve: Taste and season the soup with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with an optional drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil on top for added richness and flavor.

Notes

  • When blending hot soup in a standing blender, only fill it halfway and hold the lid securely to avoid steam burns.
  • Do not over-blend to preserve the fresh, herbal flavor of basil.
  • Drizzled extra-virgin olive oil enhances the soup’s richness and adds a luxurious finish.

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