Lime-Crab Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Lime-Crab Soup
45 min.
4
391kcal

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Experience the vibrant flavors of the sea with our delightful Lime-Crab Soup, a dish that is as refreshing as it is satisfying. Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this soup is a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions without compromising on taste. In just 45 minutes, you can create a meal that serves four—a great choice for a family lunch, dinner gathering, or a cozy night in.

The highlight of this soup is its luscious combination of creamy avocado and sweet, juicy corn, which beautifully balances the savory crabmeat and zesty lime. The addition of chipotle chile adds a subtle kick that elevates the dish, making every bowl a burst of flavor. This soup is not only light and refreshing but also nutritious, boasting 391 calories per serving while delivering a well-rounded profile of protein, healthy fats, and carbs.

Whether served as a wholesome main course or a stunning starter, Lime-Crab Soup promises to impress your guests or family with its lovely presentation and delightful taste. And don’t forget the optional tortilla chips—these add that perfect crunch to complement the creaminess of the soup. Serve this vibrant dish today and let the flavors transport you to a sunny beachfront dinner!

Ingredients

  •  avocado diced pitted
  • cups chicken broth reduced-sodium
  • 0.5  chipotles in adobo seeded
  • 0.5 pound crabmeat cooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds crushed
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh packed chopped
  • cups ears corn fresh
  •  lime zest juiced
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  • ounces tortilla chips 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Reserve 1 tablespoon lime juice. Blend remaining lime juice, zest, corn kernels, chile, adobo sauce, broth and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a blender until smooth. Divide soup among 4 bowls. Toss crabmeat, avocado, cilantro, cumin seeds, reserved lime juice and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
  2. Sprinkle soup with crab mixture and serve with tortilla chips, if desired.
  3. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories391kcal
Protein17.57%
Fat33.37%
Carbs49.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.25
Glycemic Load
2.03
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
23.385217376377%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Hesperetin
28.81mg
Naringenin
2.28mg
Quercetin
0.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:391.41kcal
19.57%
Fat:15.83g
24.36%
Saturated Fat:2.38g
14.9%
Carbohydrates:52.37g
17.46%
Net Carbohydrates:43.18g
15.7%
Sugar:9.64g
10.71%
Cholesterol:59.7mg
19.9%
Sodium:1596.81mg
69.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.76g
37.52%
Vitamin C:34.08mg
41.31%
Selenium:27.66µg
39.51%
Fiber:9.19g
36.76%
Copper:0.73mg
36.33%
Phosphorus:342.57mg
34.26%
Vitamin B12:1.94µg
32.25%
Folate:124.7µg
31.18%
Magnesium:106.59mg
26.65%
Vitamin B3:5.27mg
26.34%
Vitamin B5:2.55mg
25.51%
Potassium:856.16mg
24.46%
Zinc:3.63mg
24.2%
Vitamin E:3.43mg
22.9%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.78%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.87%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.72%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
20.04%
Vitamin K:20.49µg
19.51%
Iron:2.35mg
13.08%
Calcium:124.54mg
12.45%
Vitamin A:387.66IU
7.75%
Source:Epicurious