Chilled Zucchini Soup With Lemon-Cumin Shrimp And C

Name: Chilled Zucchini Soup With Lemon-Cumin Shrimp And Cilantro Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 small garlic clove, pressed; 1 pound peeled cooked medium shrimp; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, sliced (about 2 cups); 2 garlic cloves, sliced; 6 medium zucchini (about 1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds; 4 cups low-salt chicken broth; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro plus sprigs for garnish

Servings: persons

1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 small garlic clove, pressed
1 pound peeled cooked medium shrimp
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced (about 2 cups)
2 garlic cloves, sliced
6 medium zucchini (about 1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
4 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro plus sprigs for garnish

1
Whisk sour cream, cilantro, and garlic in small bowl to blend. Season with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD:
2
Combine all ingredients in medium bowl. Cover and chill at least 4 hours or overnight. DO AHEAD:
3
Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add onion; saute until tender, about 8 minutes. Add garlic; stir 1 minute. Add zucchini; stir to coat. Stir in broth; bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat to mediumlow, and simmer until zucchini is tender, about 10 minutes. Cool to lukewarm. Add chopped cilantro. Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth.
4
Transfer soup to large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill until cold, about 4 hours. DO AHEAD:
5
Divide soup among bowls. Top each with shrimp, dividing equally. Spoon dollop of cilantro cream over each, garnish with cilantro sprigs, and serve.

802

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small garlic clove, pressed, 1 pound peeled cooked medium shrimp, and more.

Yes, Chilled Zucchini Soup With Lemon-Cumin Shrimp And Cilantro Cream falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chilled Zucchini Soup With Lemon-Cumin Shrimp And Cilantro Cream

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