WEIGHT MANAGEMENT SERVICE
ESTABLISHED 2017
About the Recipe
Our Courgette & Basil Soup is a fresh and wholesome blend of tender courgettes and fragrant basil, creating a light, creamy, and aromatic flavor. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, this soup supports digestion, hydration, and overall wellness. Smooth and comforting, it’s perfect as a nourishing starter or a satisfying light meal, combining natural goodness with vibrant taste in every spoonful."
Ingredients
Suitable For:
Weight management
Prediabetes / Type 2 diabetes
Cardiovascular risk patients
Low-calorie dinner plans
Anti-inflammatory diets
PCOS-friendly meal plans
Standard Portion (1 Serving – ~1½ cups / 350 ml)
2 medium courgettes (zucchini) – 250g
1 tsp olive oil
1 small garlic clove
¼ small onion (30g)
1½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tbsp low-fat Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
5–6 fresh basil leaves
Black pepper to taste
Ingredients (1 Serving)
250g courgette (chopped)
1 tsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ onion, chopped
1½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (0–2% fat, optional)
Fresh basil leaves
Black pepper
Preparation
Preparation
Heat olive oil in a pot.
Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
Add chopped courgette and cook 3–4 minutes.
Add vegetable broth and simmer 10–12 minutes until tender.
Add fresh basil leaves.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Stir in Greek yogurt if desired.
Season with black pepper and serve warm.
Nutritional Value (Approximate Per Serving)
Nutrient | Amount |
Calories | 110–140 kcal |
Protein | 4–6 g |
Carbohydrates | 12–15 g |
Fiber | 3–4 g |
Fats | 6–8 g |
Saturated Fat | <2 g |
Sodium | 250–400 mg* |
*Depends on broth used.
For Weight Loss (~90–110 kcal)
Use ½ tsp olive oil
Skip yogurt or use 0% fat
Increase courgette volume for more satiety
For Prediabetes / Type 2 Diabetes
Avoid adding potatoes
Pair with protein (grilled chicken, tofu, boiled egg)
Choose low-sodium broth
For High Cholesterol
Avoid cream or butter
Use 0% Greek yogurt
Add extra basil and garlic for heart-friendly flavor
For Hypertension
Use low-sodium broth
Avoid added salt
Enhance flavor with herbs, pepper, and lemon zest
For High-Protein Diet Plan
Add ¼ cup cooked white beans before blending
Or blend with 50g silken tofu
Protein increases to 9–12g per serving