Fresh Tomato Zucchini Soup

Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 55 min
Servings: 8
Yield: 8 servings

Description

This fresh tomato zucchini soup recipe with onion and garlic features tarragon and dill, stewed into a summer dish that pairs great with crusty bread.

Ingredients

2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium zucchini, cubed
1 clove garlic, minced
8 large tomatoes, cored
1 small sweet onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh red chile pepper
1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add zucchini and garlic; cook and stir until lightly browned. Off heat, set aside.
2 Combine tomatoes, onion, and chile pepper in a blender or the bowl of a food processor; pulse until puréed, leaving a few small chunks.
3 Combine tomato purée and vegetable broth in a large pot; season with tarragon, dill, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and stir in zucchini-garlic mixture. Cover; cook for 45 minutes.