Soupe de Courgettes

Ingredients

• 4 medium zucchini
• 1 large onion
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 cup coconut cream

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and trim the zucchini, then chop them into small cubes.

2. 2

   Peel and dice the onion.

3. 3

   Peel and mince the garlic.

4. 4

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.

6. 6

   Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

7. 7

   Stir in the chopped zucchini, salt, and black pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until the zucchini begins to soften.

8. 8

   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

9. 9

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, until the zucchini is tender.

10. 10

    Remove the pot from heat and add the fresh mint leaves and lemon juice.

11. 11

    Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer to a blender in batches.

12. 12

    Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the coconut cream, heating gently over low heat for another 5 minutes.

13. 13

    Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

14. 14

    Serve warm, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.