Description
Nutritious Alkalising Courgette Basil and Spirulina Soup is a vibrant, creamy delight that warms the soul while providing essential nutrients. This easy-to-make soup combines fresh courgettes, aromatic basil, and nutrient-rich spirulina for a flavorful experience that?s perfect for any occasion. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium courgettes (zucchini), chopped
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon spirulina powder
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the courgettes, dicing the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Saut? the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and saut? for another minute.
- Add chopped courgettes to the pot; stir and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until courgettes are tender.
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender until smooth.
- Return to low heat, stir in coconut milk and spirulina powder, heating gently without boiling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg