Description
Mexican Street Corn Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that captures the vibrant flavors of summer in every spoonful. This delightful soup features sweet corn, aromatic spices, and a refreshing zing from lime juice, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or a chilly evening at home. With its rich texture and bright toppings of cheese and cilantro, this soup is not only delicious but visually stunning too. Experience the warmth of Mexico right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh corn and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Pour in cream or coconut milk; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice. For a smoother texture, blend half of the soup.
- Serve in bowls topped with crumbled cheese, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg