Lauki (Bottle Gourd) Soup
Lauki Soup is a healthy and nutritious soup made from bottle gourd, flavored with spices and herbs. This soup is low in calories and rich in dietary fiber, making it a great option for weight management and overall health. It is suitable for vegetarians and vegans and is gluten-free. Lauki is known for its high water content and beneficial nutrients, making this soup a hydrating and nourishing choice.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
22 kcal
Protein
1 g
Carbs
3 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Bottle gourd, elongate, pale green
1 cup (240g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Clove Garlic, Chopped
1 tsp (5g)
Grated Ginger
1 tsp (3g)
Plain Water
4 medium cup (1000g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Cumin Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Olive Oil
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Instructions
Preparation
-Wash, peel and chop bottle gourd.
Cooking Steps
In a large pot, heat some oil and sauté the onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
Add the chopped bottle gourd pieces and sauté for a few minutes.
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the bottle gourd is tender.
Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until smooth.
Season with salt, pepper, and cumin powder. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Community Reviews & Results
Ganesh Kaur Hammad
"Tried making this last night, and this version of Lauki (Bottle Gourd) Soup is so much better than restaurant style. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Garima Saran Nair
"Tried this earlier today, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste! (Ref #568)"
Nikhil Prakash Iyer
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and I loved how light yet filling this Lauki (Bottle Gourd) Soup turned out to be. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Pranav Chandra Patel
"Tried this earlier today, and Lauki (Bottle Gourd) Soup has quickly become a household favorite. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"