Ingredients

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(Serves 4–6)

Soup base:

2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 lbs zucchini, chopped (about 5–6 medium—you love fresh produce!)
4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth (you love low-sodium options!)
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt & white pepper to taste

Creamy finish (optional but recommended):

½ cup heavy cream, full-fat coconut milk, or unsweetened cashew milk
Optional: 2 tbsp nutritional yeast or Parmesan (use reduced-sodium—you love low-sodium!)

Garnish:

Fresh parsley or basil
Extra cracked black pepper
Optional: Toasted pumpkin seeds or chopped almonds (you love crunch + healthy fats!)

Instructions

1. Sauté aromatics:

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook 5–6 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic; cook 30 seconds more.

2. Simmer soup:

Add zucchini, broth, thyme, and oregano. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until zucchini is very tender.

3. Blend until smooth:

Use an immersion blender to purée until silky. (Or carefully blend in batches in a countertop blender.)

4. Creamy finish:

Stir in cream/coconut milk and optional nutritional yeast. Heat 2–3 minutes (do not boil). Season with salt and white pepper.

5. Serve:

Ladle into bowls. Top with fresh herbs, pepper, and optional crunchy garnish.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Don’t peel zucchini—skin adds color and nutrients.
✅ Use immersion blender—easiest and safest for hot soup.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Use low-sodium broth + skip added salt
→ Boost umami with extra garlic, herbs, and nutritional yeast
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Naturally low-glycemic—no added sugars!
→ Net carbs: 6g per serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <8g net carbs/serving
→ Increase healthy fats: extra olive oil drizzle or avocado swirl
✅ Make ahead:
→ Keeps 4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen
→ Flavors deepen overnight!

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: 4 days | Freezer: 3 months
→ Serving ideas:
→ With crusty bread or GF toast
→ As a starter before grilled fish or chicken
→ For meal prep—portion into containers

Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving):