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Creamy Zucchini Soup with Gorgonzola

This creamy zucchini soup is laced with buttermilk, infused with herbs and sprinkled with Gorgonzola for an irresistibly delicious flavor! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 334 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course , Soup
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds zucchini , roughly chopped
  • 1 large yellow onion , chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 teaspoons or cubes chicken bouillon (vegetarians: use vegetable broth) Note: There are brands that make MSG-free bouillon including Knorr Selects, Herb-Ox, and Better Than Bouillon
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • crumbled gorgonzola or blue cheese for serving
  • chopped fresh basil for serving (optional)

Instructions

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  1. Heat the butter in a stock pot over medium-high heat and saute the onions until light golden, 6-8 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for another 2 minutes. Add the zucchini, cover and cook until soft, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes.
  2. Add the contents to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree the mixture. If using a stand blender, return the soup to the pot.
  3. Add the salt and bouillon cubes and stir until dissolved. Add the buttermilk and heavy cream and heat through.
  4. Serve hot in individual bowls sprinkled with gorgonzola and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil. Serve with some crusty bread and a leafy green salad.

Nutrition Information

Calories 334kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Cholesterol 84mg (28%) Sodium 987mg (41%) Potassium 1165mg (33%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 1704IU (34%) Vitamin C 70mg (78%) Calcium 192mg (19%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 334

% Daily Value*

Calories 334kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Cholesterol 84mg 28%
Sodium 987mg 41%
Potassium 1165mg 25%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 1704IU 34%
Vitamin C 70mg 78%
Calcium 192mg 19%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.