Chilled Corn Soup with Adobo Swirl

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Chilled Corn Soup with Adobo Swirl
145 min.
4
221kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant vegetarian soup that's perfect for hot summer days or as a light starter for your dinner parties? Look no further! This Chilled Corn Soup with Adobo Swirl is a delightful twist on a classic, offering a burst of flavors with its unique adobo swirl and a velvety smooth corn base. It's not only delicious but also caters to various dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with only 221 calories per serving. This soup is a versatile dish that can serve as a soup, an antipasti, a starter, or even a snack, making it a flexible choice for any meal occasion.

The star of this recipe is the adobo swirl, a spicy and smoky drizzle that elevates the soup to a new level of sophistication. The base, a blend of fresh corn kernels and a low-salt chicken broth, creates a naturally sweet and comforting soup that is then chilled to offer a refreshing touch. The addition of fresh lime juice and olive oil ensures a balanced acidity and richness, while the adobo sauce from canned chipotle chiles adds a subtle heat that's both complex and inviting.

Prepared with simple ingredients and tools like a blender and whisk, this recipe is accessible yet impressive. The preparation is straightforward, allowing you to focus on the quality of ingredients and the blending of flavors. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or looking to impress at a dinner party, this Chilled Corn Soup with Adobo Swirl is sure to be a hit. Its vibrant colors, rich flavors, and refreshing nature make it a standout dish that's easy to love. So why not give it a try and add a touch of elegance and spice to your culinary repertoire?

Ingredients

  • teaspoon chipotles in adobo canned
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh
  • cups ears corn fresh (cut from 3 ears of corn)
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh divided
  • cups chicken broth 
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • cup onion sweet chopped (such as Vidalia or Maui)
  • cup water ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • blender

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 4 minutes.
  3. Add corn kernels, broth, and 1 tablespoon lime juice; bring mixture to boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until corn is just tender, about 3 minutes. Working in batches, puree soup in blender until almost smooth. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice and 1 cup water (or more as needed to thin soup to desired consistency). Season corn soup to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer soup to large bowl; cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Meanwhile, whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and adobo sauce in small bowl to blend. Divide chilled corn soup among 4 bowls.
  6. Drizzle soup with adobo oil, then garnish with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein10.36%
Fat47.29%
Carbs42.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.091304457706%

Flavonoids

Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.46mg
Myricetin
0.46mg
Quercetin
5.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.76kcal
11.04%
Fat:12.71g
19.56%
Saturated Fat:2.01g
12.59%
Carbohydrates:25.62g
8.54%
Net Carbohydrates:22.92g
8.34%
Sugar:9.18g
10.2%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:58.29mg
2.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.27g
12.54%
Vitamin B3:3.61mg
18.03%
Phosphorus:144.09mg
14.41%
Vitamin C:11.59mg
14.05%
Folate:55.69µg
13.92%
Potassium:452.11mg
12.92%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.46%
Magnesium:46.24mg
11.56%
Fiber:2.69g
10.77%
Vitamin E:1.62mg
10.77%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.47%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.4%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.29%
Copper:0.15mg
7.65%
Vitamin K:7.12µg
6.78%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.15%
Iron:1.01mg
5.64%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.55%
Vitamin A:214.32IU
4.29%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.97%
Calcium:17.89mg
1.79%
Selenium:0.86µg
1.23%
Source:Epicurious