Zuchini, Sweetcorn And Basil Soup Recipe

Name: Zuchini, Sweetcorn And Basil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 table spoons olive oil.; knob of butter.; 2 onions thinly sliced.; 400 grams of floury potatoes,peeled and diced.; 500 grams of firm zucchini, roughly chopped.; 400 grams of fresh or frozen corn kernels.; 2 teaspoon ground cumin.; 2 cloves of garlic, crushed.; 5 cups chicken or vegetable stock.; 1/2 cup basil; To serve:; Thick plain yoghurt.; Extra basil leaves.; olive oil.

Servings: persons

3 table spoons olive oil.
knob of butter.
2 onions thinly sliced.
400 grams of floury potatoes,peeled and diced.
500 grams of firm zucchini, roughly chopped.
400 grams of fresh or frozen corn kernels.
2 teaspoon ground cumin.
2 cloves of garlic, crushed.
5 cups chicken or vegetable stock.
1/2 cup basil
To serve:
Thick plain yoghurt.
Extra basil leaves.
olive oil.

1
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large saucepan.
2
Add onions and potatoes with a good pinch of salt.
3
Cover and cook 10 mins.
4
Stirring occasionally.
5
Add zucchini, corn, cumin, and garlic.
6
Cook 2 mins.
7
Add stock, season and bring to the boil.
8
Reduce heat and simmer 10 mins or until the potatoes and corn are tender.
9
Set aside to cool a little.
10
Transfer one third of the soup and all of the basil to a food processor.
11
Blend until smooth.
12
Return to saucepan with other soup.
13
To serve:
14
Reheat soup and season if necessary.
15
Ladle into warm bowls.
16
Top with a spoonful of yoghurt extra basil and a drizzle of olive oil.

1380

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

101

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 3 table spoons olive oil., knob of butter., 2 onions thinly sliced., 400 grams of floury potatoes,peeled and diced., and more.

Yes, Zuchini, Sweetcorn And Basil Soup falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Zuchini, Sweetcorn And Basil Soup

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