Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis, chopped into chunks
- 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, unpeeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low sodium)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or cream for added richness
Instructions
- Roast the Vegetables: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange zucchini chunks, onion, and unpeeled garlic cloves on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season lightly with salt and pepper, and roast 25–30 minutes until tender and golden.
- Prepare the Soup Base: Remove garlic cloves from skins. Transfer all roasted vegetables to a blender or soup pot. Add broth and blend until smooth (work in batches if needed).
- Heat and Season: Pour blended soup into a pot and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in feta, lemon juice, and dill. Simmer 5 minutes to meld flavors. Add yogurt or cream if using.
- Final Adjustments: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra lemon juice. Optionally strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with extra feta and fresh dill. Serve hot with crusty bread, or chill for a refreshing summer starter.
Notes
- This soup can be served hot or cold, making it versatile for any season.
- For a vegan version, skip the feta and use coconut cream or plant-based yogurt.
- Roasting the vegetables adds depth, but you can also sauté them for a quicker version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Roasting & Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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