How to Make Slow Cooker Zucchini Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something so comforting about a warm, hearty bowl of soup, especially when it's made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. And when it comes to summer soups, zucchini is one of the stars of the show. This slow cooker zucchini soup recipe is not only incredibly easy to make, but it's also packed with flavor and nutrients, making it the perfect dish for a cozy night in or a simple yet satisfying lunch.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds sweet Italian sausage
  • 2 cups 1/2-inch pieces celery
  • 2 pounds zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 2 green bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Mix celery into cooked sausage; cook and stir until celery is softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine sausage mixture, zucchini, tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, salt, sugar, oregano, Italian seasoning, basil, and garlic powder in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours. Garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    389 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 49mg
    • Sodium: 2218mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 86mg
    • Calcium: 214mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1359mg