Creamy Corn Soup with Red Bell Pepper
Warm up your day with this comforting and flavorful Creamy Corn Soup with Red Bell Pepper, a delightful fusion of sweet and smoky flavors. This velvety soup combines tender sweet corn kernels and roasted red bell pepper with a rich base of heavy cream and vegetable stock, creating a dish that’s equal parts hearty and soothing. The aromatic trio of butter-sautéed onion, garlic, and a hint of cayenne pepper adds depth, making each spoonful irresistibly savory. Whether you’re using fresh or frozen corn, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in under an hour and is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this vibrant soup is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Ideal for vegetarians and those who love creamy, comforting dishes, it’s a must-try recipe you’ll return to time and time again.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups Sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 large Red bell pepper, roasted and chopped
- 4 cups Vegetable stock
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the corn kernels and roasted red bell pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, carefully ladle the soup into a regular blender, blend in batches, and return it to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another 5 minutes over low heat to warm through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.8 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.1 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 4950 mg | 215% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.4 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 202 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 4078 mg | 87% | |
*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.
