Vegan Zucchini Soup with Basil

Too many zucchini in your yard? Try this super-simple vegan soup. Basil and zucchini go great together. This soup also freezes really well, so I always make extra for later.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 170 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• 3 cups water
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 pounds zucchini, cubed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat and cook onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini; cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Pour in water and add salt; bring to a boil. Partially cover pot, reduce heat, and simmer until zucchini are soft, about 15 minutes.

Step 2

Add basil and puree soup using a stick blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.