Delia Smith Courgette Soup

Delia Smith’s Courgette Soup is made with courgettes, butter, potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken or vegetable stock, and single cream. This tasty Delia Smith Courgette Soup recipe creates a delicious and comforting soup that takes about 35 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people.

Delia Smith Courgette Soup Ingredients

Soup:

• 1 lb (450 g) courgettes, diced with skins left on
• 2 oz (50 g) butter
• 4 oz (110 g) potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 1½ pints (850 ml) chicken or vegetable stock
• 5 fl oz (150 ml) single cream
• Salt and freshly milled black pepper

For the Pesto:

• 2 oz (50 g) watercress
• 1 small clove garlic, crushed
• 1 tablespoon pine nuts
• 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 oz (25 g) Pecorino Romano or Parmesan, grated
• Salt

How To Make Delia Smith Courgette Soup

1. Prepare the Soup: Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat. Add potatoes, courgettes, onion, and garlic, stirring until vegetables are coated and glossy. Season with salt and pepper. Partially cover and sweat vegetables for 15 minutes.
2. Cook the Soup: Add stock, bring to a simmer, and cook for 7-10 minutes, partially covered, until potatoes are soft and courgettes are tender.
3. Make the Pesto: In a food processor, blend watercress, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and salt into a smooth purée. Stir in grated Pecorino or Parmesan.
4. Blend the Soup: Cool slightly, then purée in batches until smooth. Return to the saucepan, stir in cream, and gently reheat.
5. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, top with pesto, and swirl with a skewer or knife.

Recipe Tips

• Cook Vegetables Gently: Cook the vegetables with the lid on to make them tender and flavorful without burning them.
• Use Good Stock: For the best taste, use homemade or high-quality store-bought stock instead of stock cubes or powders.
• Let Soup Cool Before Blending: Cool the soup a bit before blending to avoid splashing and to get a smooth texture.
• Blend in Small Batches: If making a lot of soup, blend it in small batches to get a smoother result.
• Taste and Season After Blending: After blending the soup, taste it and adjust the seasoning before adding the cream, as blending can change the flavor.

What To Serve With Courgette Soup?

This creamy Courgette Soup pairs well with crusty bread, garlic bread, or a simple green salad. It can also be served alongside a warm cheese scone, cheese toast, or a slice of quiche for a delicious lunch.

How To Store Leftovers Courgette Soup?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Courgette Soup cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Cool the soup to room temperature before transferring it to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, place the soup in the fridge overnight and gently reheat before serving.

How To Reheat Leftovers Courgette Soup?

• In The Microwave: Place the soup in a microwave-safe bowl, cover it loosely, and heat on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through, until hot.
• On the Stove: Pour the soup into a saucepan and heat over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.

Delia Smith Courgette Soup Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240 ml)

• Calories: 150
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Potassium: 400 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 13 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
• Sugars: 6 g
• Protein: 3 g

Try More Delia Smith Recipes:

• Delia Smith Apple And Blackberry Crumble
• Delia Smith Sausage Rolls
• Delia Smith Eve’s Pudding Recipe
• Delia Courgette Quiche