Makes 4 (1 cup) servings
Per serving: 108 calories, 7.5 g total fat (1 g saturated
fat),
10 g carbohydrate, 3 g protein, 5 g dietary fiber, 285 mg
sodium.
Ingredients:
1 cup vegetable broth 3 cups chopped zucchini (about 2-3 medium zucchini)
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onion, divided
1 medium Hass avocado
1/8 tsp. ground cumin, optional
3/4 cup unsweetened plain almond milk
Cucumber Salsa (as topping for soup):
1 cup peeled, seeded, diced cucumber (about 1 medium
cucumber)1½ Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice, divided
Salt to taste
Directions:
In large saucepan over high heat, combine broth, zucchini
and 1/4 cup onion. Cover and bring to a boil. Uncover, reduce heat and let
simmer 6 minutes or until zucchini is tender. Remove from heat and set aside to
cool for 20 minutes.
To make salsa: In small bowl combine cucumber, remaining onion, cilantro
and 1 tablespoon lime juice. Season with salt to taste. Toss well, cover and
refrigerate.
In blender, combine zucchini mix, avocado, cumin, if using,
remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice and almond milk. Cover and purée until
smooth. Leaving soup in blender container, refrigerate it for 2 hours.
When ready to serve, re-blend soup. Add additional almond
milk for thinner consistency, if desired.
Pour into serving bowls. Top with salsa and serve.
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