Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Cucumbers and zucchini combine for a fresh, light summer soup.
- Some home cooks enjoy this soup with added seasonings like dill or cayenne.
- "Very easy to make and delicious, I would say make sure you blend it thoroughly." —reviewer Jaar
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon butter, or more to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small yellow onion, chopped
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1 large clove garlic, minced
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2 large English cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
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2 small zucchini, thinly sliced
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3 cups vegetable broth
Directions
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Gather all ingredients.
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Heat butter and oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until butter melts.
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Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Add cucumbers and zucchini; cook and stir until softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until vegetables are tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
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Purée soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 151 | Calories |
| 9g | Fat |
| 15g | Carbs |
| 3g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 3 | |
| Calories 151 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Carbohydrate 15g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 13% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 3g | 7% |
| Total Fat 9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C 21mg | 23% |
| Sodium 500mg | 22% |
| Calcium 68mg | 5% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 524mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.