Quick Creamy Corn Soup
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Quick Creamy Corn Soup, a velvety blend of sweet corn and aromatic spices made in just 25 minutes. This recipe combines fresh, frozen, or canned corn kernels with sautéed onion and garlic, enriched by a splash of heavy cream and perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper for a luscious, satisfying flavor. Effortlessly smooth with the help of an immersion blender, this soup is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Garnish it with vibrant paprika and fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve it piping hot alongside crusty bread or a crisp green salad. Perfect for lovers of quick, wholesome soups, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite! Keywords: creamy corn soup recipe, quick soup recipes, sweet corn soup, 25-minute meals, easy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the sweet corn kernels and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture in batches to a blender and puree until smooth, then return it to the pot.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Heat gently until warmed through, but do not let it boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, garnish with paprika and chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.4 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.2 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 3142 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.7 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3130 mg | 67% | |
*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.
