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Zucchini Basil Tonic

A light and refreshing blended soup with zucchini and aromatic basil.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium zucchini chopped
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil and cook the onion and garlic until soft.
  2. Add the zucchini and broth, then bring to a simmer.
  3. Cook for 15 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
  4. Add the basil and blend until smooth.
  5. Season with salt and serve warm or chilled.

Notes

Delicious cold on a hot day, too.