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    Home » Recipe Index » Sides, Soups and Stews

    Zucchini Potato Soup

    Published: Nov 7, 2022 · Modified: Nov 22, 2024 by Jessica

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    This zucchini potato soup is ultra creamy & flavorful, loaded with nutrients and also super easy and quick to prepare. Makes for a simple light dinner recipe that's amazing to enjoy on a cold evening. Also perfect to pack the leftovers for lunch the next day. Completely dairy-free & vegan and naturally gluten-free.

    Overhead view on a bowl of zucchini potato soup garnished with cream and chives.

    It is officially soup season!

    This zucchini potato soup is my first soup of the fall and I think that this recipe will be hard to beat this season. Don't be fooled by the simple list of ingredients, this creamy vegetable soup is very easy and quick, but SO flavorful!

    We love this simple dairy-free tomato soup or this vegan broccoli pea soup on busy days. And here, the simple combination of Italian spices with sweet courgettes and starchy potatoes results in a smooth and delicate soup that's really satisfying and flavorful, even though it is so easy to make.

    Hope you like this recipe and let me know if you give it a try! ❤️

    ❤️ What's to love about this recipe

    • Great recipe to meal-prep ahead for quick lunches
    • Easy to customize with more veggies or flavoring ingredients
    • Very healthy and low-calorie: loaded with vitamins, mineral and especially rich in iron and potassium (learn more about how potatoes are good for you here!)
    • Fully dairy-free and made without cream
    • Quick and straightforward steps
    • Delicious fall comforting dinner recipe
    • Vegan and gluten-free (no flour)

    🗒 Ingredient notes (+ substitutions)

    Showing are the ingredients needed to make this recipe.
    • Potatoes: make this soup SO creamy, but also more filling. I used Yukon gold potatoes.
    • Zucchini: I used 3 medium size zucchini, which was about 2 pounds. Keep the peels on! They add color, texture and also more nutrients.
    • Onion and celery: we start by browning onion in the pot, which adds SO MUCH flavor to this simple soup. I used a medium-large yellow onion.
    • Vegetable broth: I usually use a store-bought broth for convenience. I used the Hannaford vegetable broth this time, which I liked. You can also make your own veggie broth!
    • Dried Italian herbs: vegan zucchini soup is actually an Italian soup, which is why the flavors work beautifully when combined with an Italian herb mix. But, use other kinds of dried herbs if you prefer such as oregano, basil, parsley, dill or thyme.

    ➡️ Ideally, use a high-starch potato, such as Russet or Idaho potatoes. They help make the soup super creamy and velvety by releasing their starches in the broth while cooking, which thickens the soup and creates a luscious result. The best way to have a rich soup even if not using cream or dairy products! Yukon potatoes are medium to high in starch (also called all-purpose potatoes), and are the ones that I used.

    You can also use other kinds of potatoes, even waxy potatoes like baby potatoes or fingerling potatoes that have less starches, which will give you a soup that's thinner and lighter.

    ➡️ You can add more veggies to this creamy courgette potato soup as well, such as cauliflower, broccoli, switch the onion for leeks, carrots, spinach, etc. Feel free to use frozen zucchini if you have them. And for even more flavor, then try adding fresh herbs such as parsley, dill or cilantro. Fresh basil would also pair well with the Italian flavors of this soup.

    🍽 How to make a zucchini potato soup

    In process picture: view on a onion and celery cooking in a large pot.

    Step 1: Warm up a large pot with a little oil on medium-high heat and then add the onion, celery and garlic with a good pinch of salt. Cook for about 5 minutes stirring often until browned (make sure the garlic does not burn).

    In process picture: view on vegetable cooking in a large pot.

    Step 2: Then, add the potatoes, zucchini and dried herbs and cook for 3-5 more minutes stirring often until softened.

    In process picture: close up on zucchini and potatoes simmering in broth.

    Step 3: Add the veggie broth, stir and bring to a simmer. Turn down the heat to medium and keep simmering until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes. I usually keep uncovered while it cooks and then I will add more broth (or water) later to adjust consistency (if too much water evaporated).

    In process picture: there is a hand held blender blending a vegetable soup in a large pot.

    Step 4: Use a hand held blender and blend right into the pot until desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning and serve while still warm.

    ⭐️ Detailed recipe (+ video) down below in the recipe card!

    💡 Cooking tips

    • Clean and chop all the veggies before starting the recipe as it will go fast!
    • This recipe is perfect if you are not used to chopping veggies since you will eventually blend the soup. You can simply roughly chop the veggies without too much precision needed!
    • For a smoother result, I recommend using a regular blender to transfer the soup and work in batches (make sure it can handle heat). Using a hand-held blender will ultimately keep some more texture, so it depends on what you are looking for.
    • To make this soup ultra creamy and richer, add a small can of unsweetened coconut cream just before blending!
    • Adjust the amount of veggie broth you use to make this soup depending on the consistency you want. I used about 4 cups, but you can start with 3 cups, cook the soup and then add more to the blender to thin out the soup as you wish. The final consistency will also depend on whether you kept the cover on or off while simmering.
    View on a creamy soup made with zucchini, potato and celery with a spoon on the side.

    🍴 Serving suggestions

    My favorite way to serve this soup is super warm with a drizzle of this plain coffee creamer from the brand Nutpod or coconut cream, plus some freshly squeezed lemon juice to brighten up the flavors.

    Try also garnishing with chopped fresh chives or parsley and with a generous amount of freshly cracked black pepper. If you have them ready to go, then add some sprouts or pumpkin seeds!

    To make this soup a full meal that's very filling, serve it alongside crackers or bread, such as whole wheat rolls or buckwheat bread. Also pairs well with mashed chickpea avocado sandwiches or balsamic tofu tortilla wraps.

    ❗️ Storage

    Keep this soup in the fridge for 4-5 days in an airtight container. To reheat, you can use the microwave or the stove and add a little splash of water if necessary.

    Close up on a a large pot filled with a zucchini potato soup.

    ❓ FAQs

    Does this vegan zucchini soup freeze well?

    Yes, this soup freezes well. You can meal-prep it ahead, divide in a few single-portion containers and grab and go for lunches.

    Can I use more potatoes?

    I would not use any more than what is recommended or the soup will end up being super thick. I used 1 pound of potatoes, which was about 2 medium white potatoes. If you want to make a larger volume of soup, then add a different veggie such as cauliflower and add more broth.

    Can I make this soup not creamy?

    Yes! It is easy: make sure to dice the veggies smaller and all about the same size and keep going with the recipe as described. Then, simply skip on blending it!

    Close up on a creamy blended zucchini potato soup topped with a vegan cream, chives and sprout.

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    I hope you like this zucchini potato soup recipe as much as we do! If you try it, please leave a comment below and rate the recipe to let me know how it was. Your feedback is so helpful!

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    📖 Recipe

    Angle view on a bowl of vegan zucchini potato soup topped with a vegan cream and chives.

    Zucchini Potato Soup

    This zucchini potato soup is ultra creamy & flavorful, loaded with nutrients and also super easy and quick to prepare. Makes for a simple light dinner recipe that's amazing to enjoy on a cold evening. Also perfect to pack the leftovers for lunch the next day. Completely dairy-free & vegan and naturally gluten-free.
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    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Servings 4 servings
    Author Jessica Laroche

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Large pot

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 yellow onion - diced
    • 2 stalks of celery - diced
    • 2-3 cloves of garlic - crushed
    • 3 medium size zucchini (about 2 pounds)
    • 2 medium size Yukon gold potatoes (about 1 pound)
    • 4 cups vegetable broth - or as needed for desired consistency
    • 1 tsp Italian seasoning mix
    • salt and ground black pepper - to taste

    To serve (choose your favorite)

    • chopped chives
    • drizzle of plain vegan cream - I like the nut pod brand (or coconut milk)
    • vegan parmesan cheese
    • sprouts

    Instructions
     

    • Warm up a large pot on medium-high heat with a little oil (if using) and then add the onion, celery and garlic with a pinch of salt. Stir often and cook for about 5 minutes or until browned.
    • Then, add the potatoes, zucchini and dried Italian herbs and stir. Cook for 3-4 more minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
    • Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
    • Turn down the heat to medium-low and keep on a simmer until the potatoes are done. I like to keep this soup uncovered while it simmers and add more broth/water at the end if needed so I have great control on final consistency.
    • Blend the soup using an immersion blender to a desired consistency (or use a standard blender by transferring the soup in batches). Serve right away while still warm with chives, a drizzle of vegan cream and freshly ground black pepper.

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    Notes

    • Keep the leftovers in an air-tight container for 3-4 days. Reheat using the microwave or the stove. Can also be frozen.
    • You can customize this recipe by including more veggies such as cauliflower, leeks, broccoli, asparagus, etc. If adding more veggies, then compensate by adding more broth as well.
    • I like this soup with some texture, so the immersion blender works perfectly for me. But, if you want your soup to be super smooth, then I recommend to use a regular blender (as long as it can handle the hot liquid).
    • Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

    NUTRITION

    Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 960mg | Potassium: 793mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 806IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg
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