Courgette soup
Instructions
FAQ: Questions about courgette Soup
Creating our delicious courgette soup is simple and easy, but we have still answered some common questions about making it. Discover how to store it, add more flavour, and serve it in the best way possible.
Ingredients
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Courgette (preferably yellow and green)
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600 g |
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White onion
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1 |
| 10 g | |
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Semi-skimmed milk
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600 ml |
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Vegetable stock cubes
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2 |
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Fresh chives, chopped
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20 g |
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Extra mature cheddar
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75 g |
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Bechamel sauce
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150 ml |
Tips: Perfect the courgette soup
Explore ways to take your courgette soup from good to great. These tips will help you improve flavour, texture, and freshness, making your soup a joy to make and serve.
Embrace the bounty of the season
For the most vibrant and tasty courgette soup, choose the freshest yellow and green courgettes at the height of their season. Summer offers the juiciest varieties that enhance the flavour of the soup.
Keep courgette soup fresh for longer
Cool the courgette soup and seal it in airtight containers to maintain its freshness. Store in the fridge and enjoy within three days. For freezing, leave room at the top of the container for expansion and mark the date on the lid. Use the soup within three months, defrosting it in the fridge overnight and reheating it well before serving.
Whip up a creamy courgette soup with cheese
Courgette soup is delightful and delicate, made enticingly creamy with tasty cheddar cheese. Cooking the soup is all about achieving a velvety-smooth base that makes every spoonful as wonderful as the next. Courgette, onions, and milk make up the smooth base, while béchamel sauce and cheddar cheese help with the creamy texture. Enjoy a comforting bowl of soup for your next easy-to-make dinner.
Yellow and green courgettes
How do you make a simple soup stand out? The answer is colour — and lots of it. By combining the vibrant hues of green and yellow courgettes, your soup is bound to be beautiful. Not only that, but they also add subtle differences in flavour. While the yellow courgette imbues the soup with a mild sweetness, the green ones provide a little more earthiness. They are close in flavour, but as with all cooking, the details matter.
Extra richness from cheddar and béchamel sauce
Combining cheddar cheese and béchamel sauce elevates the courgette soup from good to great. While they add the necessary components to make the soup nice and creamy, the flavours they bring are also essential. Extra mature cheddar brings a bold richness that works wonderfully with the slightly sweet and earthy notes of the soup. Béchamel adds a slightly nutty note and turns the soup luxuriously smooth. Together, they turn a simple soup into a luscious meal perfect for family dinners or cosy gatherings.
Soups are popular year-round, and there are many options to choose from. If you are looking to discover a few new ones, we recommend a delicious onion soup. If you have the vegetables at hand, you can also indulge in tasty potato soup or a warm leek soup.
Enjoy with complementary side dishes
While our courgette soup can easily be enjoyed on its own, it can also be paired with different tasty sides. Serve it with a crisp garden salad dressed with a lively vinaigrette. That way, you pair the richness of the soup with a light and refreshing salad.
Pairing it with toasty grilled cheese, crusty bread, or garlic bread is also a classic choice. These are all perfect matches, balancing the smoothness of the soup with a crunchy bite. If you want to serve the soup as a small part of a larger dinner, feel free to present it as an elegant starter. It is the perfect warm-up for roasted chicken or grilled fish.
Put your own spin on it
Get creative with our courgette soup recipe and transform it into the soup of your dreams. To help you achieve those dreams, we have a few suggestions that may guide you in the right direction.
Keep the courgettes as the base of your soup, but add roasted vegetables of your choosing. Most veggies pair well with courgettes, so go for tomatoes, potatoes, or carrots as the perfect companion. Make sure to roast the vegetables in the oven to release their natural sugars. That way, they inject the soup with earthy sweetness as you blend the base.
Experiment with herbs and spices. Add chilli flakes or oil to the soup for a spicy twist. The mild kick of heat complements the richness of the cheddar and béchamel sauce. Sprinkle freshly chopped herbs, such as parsley or chives, on top for a pop of colour and freshness. You can also add a spoonful of crème fraiche to enhance the flavour and presentation of the soup. Adding crispy bacon bits, toasted nuts, or croutons is a more indulgent touch.
