Corn Bisque with Green Onions
Creamy, comforting, and bursting with the natural sweetness of corn, this Corn Bisque with Green Onions is the ultimate bowl of cozy indulgence. Made with tender sweet corn kernels, a touch of heavy cream, and a base of fragrant sautéed onions and garlic, this bisque strikes the perfect balance of velvety richness and subtle, savory flavors. Blended to a luscious texture, it’s garnished with vibrant green onions for a hint of freshness and optional paprika for a pop of color. Ready in just 40 minutes, this elegant yet easy-to-make soup is perfect as a light main course or a stunning starter. Pair it with crusty bread for a meal that feels like a warm hug on a cool day. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this corn bisque is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 stalks green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute, releasing its aroma.
Add the sweet corn kernels to the pot and stir well to coat with the butter and aromatics.
Pour in the vegetable or chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the corn to soften.
Using an immersion blender or a regular blender (in batches), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Return the bisque to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat gently over low heat without boiling.
Season with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish generously with sliced green onions. Sprinkle paprika on top if desired for added color.
Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers on the side, if you like.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1813 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.3 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 5160 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.0 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2684 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
