Creamy Zucchini Soup with Walnuts and Dill
A simple zucchini soup with fresh herbs and lemon that feels both comforting and light.
Foto: Once Upon a Chef
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, (divided, plus more for drizzling)
- 1 medium yellow onion, (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic, (cut into quarters)
- 4 medium zucchini, (halved lengthwise and thinly sliced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill ((or 1 tablespoon dried), plus more for serving)
- ½ cup walnuts, (toasted)
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, (from 1 lemon)
Steps
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy clean-up.
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Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium-low heat in a large pot. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are soft and translucent. Do not brown.
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Add the zucchini, chicken broth, salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender.
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Meanwhile, place the walnuts on the prepared baking sheet and toast in the oven until fragrant, 5 to 10 minutes. (Keep a close eye on them as nuts can burn quickly.)
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Add the dill and walnuts to the soup. Using a stick blender, purée the soup until smooth. (Alternatively, purée the soup in batches in a blender. Be careful not to fill the jar more than halfway, and leave the hole in the lid open and loosely cover with a dish towel to allow the heat to escape.)
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Add the lemon juice and the remaining tablespoon of oil to the soup, then taste and adjust seasoning if necessary (I usually add about ¼ teaspoon more salt). Ladle the soup into bowls, drizzle with more olive oil, sprinkle with dill, and serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet


















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