Zucchini soup with basil

Step-by-step preparation

Cooking time: 20 mins

1. STEP 1

   

   Cut the zucchini, leeks, and celery stalks into small pieces. Chop the garlic.

2. STEP 2

   

   Heat 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan. Add leeks and celery. Season with salt and simmer, stirring, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes. Add olive oil if necessary.

3. STEP 3

   

   Add garlic and simmer, stirring, for about 30 seconds.

4. STEP 4

   

   Add zucchini and simmer, stirring, for 1 minute.

5. STEP 5

   

   Add 25 g fresh basil leaves, mix thoroughly.

6. STEP 6

   

   Add 1.2 liters of water to vegetables. Bring to a boil, cover the pan and simmer over moderate heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini becomes soft but does not lose color.

7. STEP 7

   

   Turn off the stove and using a blender in a saucepan, chop the vegetables coarsely or finely, as you prefer. Add another 25-30 g of fresh basil leaves salt and black pepper to taste, 1 tbsp. olive oil, juice of one lemon and beat the puree soup again with a blender.

8. STEP 8

   

   Pour the puree soup into portioned bowls, add a few drops of olive oil on top and sprinkle with pieces of cheese, garnish with a basil leaf. Bon appetit!