Mexican Zucchini Cheese Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Mexican Zucchini Cheese Soup
45 min.
6
576kcal

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Looking for a delicious and comforting gluten-free, dairy-free soup that's perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than this mouthwatering Mexican Zucchini Cheese Soup! This hearty recipe serves 6 and can be ready in just 45 minutes, making it a fantastic main course or main dish for any occasion. Each serving contains 576 calories, with a balanced caloric breakdown of 33.96% protein, 50.84% fat, and 15.2% carbs.

Packed with zesty Mexican flavors, this soup features a delightful combination of 14.5 ounces of Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, 29 ounces of chicken broth, and a variety of spices and ingredients like freshly ground black pepper, minced garlic, diced green chile peppers, and chopped fresh cilantro. The base of the soup is built upon sautéed onions and garlic, seasoned with oregano and cooked in olive oil, creating a rich and aromatic foundation.

To ensure a satisfying and filling meal, the soup includes wholesome and nutritious components such as whole kernel corn, tender yellow squash, and zucchini, all simmered to perfection in the flavorful broth. The crowning touch is the addition of 12 ounces of processed cheese food, which melts beautifully into the soup, adding a creamy and indulgent element that's sure to impress.

Whether you're a fan of Mexican cuisine or simply looking to try something new and delicious, this Mexican Zucchini Cheese Soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So grab your pot and get ready to dive into a world of flavor with this easy-to-make, gluten-free, and dairy-free delight!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes mexican-style canned
  • 29 ounce chicken broth canned
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 4.5 ounce chilis diced green canned
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 12 ounces processed cheese food cubed
  • 8.8 ounce corn whole drained canned
  • medium to 3 sized squashes yellow halved lengthwise cut in 1/4 inch slices
  • medium zucchini halved lengthwise cut in 1/4 inch slices

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot, and saute the onion and garlic until tender. Season with oregano.
  2. Mix in the chicken broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
  3. Mix in the zucchini, yellow squash, corn, and chile peppers. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
  4. Mix the cubed processed cheese into the soup. Continue to cook and stir until cheese is melted. Season with pepper.
  5. Mix in the cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories576kcal
Protein33.96%
Fat50.84%
Carbs15.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.67
Glycemic Load
3.31
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.198695607807%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
6.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:576.18kcal
28.81%
Fat:32.67g
50.26%
Saturated Fat:13.87g
86.67%
Carbohydrates:21.97g
7.32%
Net Carbohydrates:18.33g
6.67%
Sugar:8.52g
9.47%
Cholesterol:125.21mg
41.74%
Sodium:1858.32mg
80.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.11g
98.22%
Calcium:675.53mg
67.55%
Phosphorus:674.05mg
67.4%
Selenium:37.7µg
53.86%
Vitamin C:39.55mg
47.94%
Zinc:5.62mg
37.48%
Vitamin B12:2.22µg
37.01%
Vitamin B6:0.72mg
35.79%
Vitamin B2:0.48mg
28.39%
Potassium:949.66mg
27.13%
Vitamin B3:5.29mg
26.46%
Vitamin A:1263.12IU
25.26%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.26%
Iron:4.05mg
22.49%
Magnesium:86.57mg
21.64%
Folate:80.21µg
20.05%
Vitamin K:17.93µg
17.08%
Copper:0.32mg
15.94%
Vitamin E:2.3mg
15.31%
Fiber:3.64g
14.56%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.61%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.18%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.18%
Source:Allrecipes