Keto Chicken Zucchini Soup
Craving cozy soup with that chicken noodle energy but don’t want to eat an actual bird? Girl, I got you. This Keto Chicken Zucchini Soup brings warm, brothy vibes without clucking friends or carb bloat. We’re swapping chicken with hearty plant-based chunks and zucchini with spiral-y low-carb goodness that won’t wreck your macros. It’s comforting, herby, and vegan-approved—because soup shouldn’t come with guilt or feathers. Whether you’re meal-prepping or avoiding real pants, this bowl works harder than your ex ever did. It’s nourishing, cozy, and best of all—no animals were emotionally or physically involved.
Keto Chicken Zucchini Soup
A warm, plant-powered soup with all the comfort of chicken noodle—minus the actual chicken. Low-carb, satisfying, herby, and 100% vegan-approved.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup mushrooms chopped (for that meaty texture)
- 1 cup peeled diced celeriac or turnip (hello, fake chicken bites)
- 2 cups zucchini noodles or thinly sliced zucchini
- 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast for flavor and drama
- 1 tbsp lemon juice brightens it up like a filter
- Optional: parsley red chili flakes, vegan chicken-style seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot. Add diced onion and garlic. Sauté 3–4 minutes until translucent and full of secrets.
- Add mushrooms and celeriac. Cook 5 minutes while you pretend they’re chicken and your life is together.
- Pour in broth. Stir in thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and nutritional yeast. Bring everything to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 10 minutes until veggies soften and flavors make friends.
- Stir in zucchini noodles and lemon juice. Cook 3–4 minutes until the noodles are tender, not soggy.
- Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with optional toppings. Add sass if necessary.
Notes
🧪 Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Vitamin A: 40%
- Vitamin K: 70%
- Iron: 18%
- Magnesium: 15%
💡 Tips to Soup Like a Pro:
- Add a splash of tamari or coconut aminos for umami drama.
- Use spiralized daikon if you’re anti-zucchini (no judgment).
- Want creamier vibes? Blend half the soup, then stir it back in.
- Garnish with crushed nuts or crispy tofu cubes for crunch.
- Meal prep it—this one gets better by the bowl.
