Southwestern Corn and Potato Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Southwestern Corn and Potato Soup
35 min.
6
229kcal

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Warm up your kitchen with a delightful bowl of Southwestern Corn and Potato Soup, a perfect blend of flavors that promises to excite your taste buds! This vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free soup is not just a comforting dish but also a wholesome addition to your meal repertoire. With its vibrant ingredients and zesty flair, it's an ideal choice for anyone looking to savor a delicious, nutritious, and satisfying dish.

Ready in just 35 minutes and serving six, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or even a cozy night in. The star of the show? Yellow-fleshed potatoes, like Yukon Gold, which add a creamy texture and heartiness, complemented by the sweetness of fresh corn and the kick of jalapeño peppers. Each spoonful is an explosion of flavors, enhanced by the freshness of lime juice and cilantro.

What’s more, this recipe allows for flexibility—serve it as a starter, snack, or a light meal, and pair it with accompaniments like chopped avocado, tortilla chips, or extra cilantro for added dimensions of taste and texture. Enjoy a bowl of this vibrant soup that not only satisfies hunger but also nourishes your body. Dive into this comforting dish and let the Southwestern flavors transport you to sunny landscapes!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • 10 oz corn frozen thawed (not )
  •  jalapeno fresh seeded finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • cubes lime wedges fresh chopped
  • 26 fl. oz. chicken broth reduced-sodium
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • large onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup water 
  • 1.5 lb yukon gold potatoes ( 2)

Equipment

  • pot
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook onion, jalapeño, salt, and pepper, stirring occasionally, until onion is pale golden, about 8 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Add broth, water, and potatoes to onion mixture and cover pot, then bring to a boil over high heat.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are very tender, 12 to 14 minutes.
  5. Coarsely mash potatoes in pot with a potato masher. Stir in corn and simmer, uncovered, 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in lime juice, cilantro, and salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories229kcal
Protein11.06%
Fat30.53%
Carbs58.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.79
Glycemic Load
15.06
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.826086972071%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.74mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
1.25mg
Kaempferol
1.07mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
6.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:228.97kcal
11.45%
Fat:8.28g
12.75%
Saturated Fat:1.3g
8.1%
Carbohydrates:35.67g
11.89%
Net Carbohydrates:31.28g
11.38%
Sugar:2.34g
2.6%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:245.06mg
10.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.75g
13.51%
Vitamin C:32.84mg
39.8%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
23.79%
Potassium:782.44mg
22.36%
Vitamin B3:3.82mg
19.12%
Fiber:4.38g
17.53%
Phosphorus:153.57mg
15.36%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.9%
Copper:0.23mg
11.7%
Magnesium:46.66mg
11.66%
Folate:43.61µg
10.9%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.29%
Iron:1.6mg
8.9%
Vitamin K:9.15µg
8.71%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.62%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.48%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.66%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.27%
Calcium:29.95mg
2.99%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.14%
Vitamin A:79.09IU
1.58%
Selenium:0.87µg
1.24%
Source:Epicurious