Lunch / Dinner
Mexican Street Corn Soup
Move over, corn chowder; this flavorful Mexican Street Corn Soup is a delectable departure from the norm. Inspired by the festive street fare, with salty Cotija cheese and zesty lime to balance out the sweetness of the corn, it's a meal in its own right — or a satisfying complement to your favorite Mexican dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
Purée 2 cups corn kernels with 1 cup broth in a food processor.
Heat oil in a pot over medium. Add remaining 2 cups corn kernels, minced scallion whites and light greens, garlic, and chile powder; cook 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining 3 cups broth and puréed corn; simmer 10 minutes. Stir in crema and Cotija until heated through and cheese melts, 3 minutes.
Add cilantro and lime juice; season soup with salt and pepper. Top servings with sliced scallion greens and zest.
Nutritional Facts
Nutritional Facts
Per serving
Calories: 467
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 85mg 28%
Sodium 157mg 6%
Carbs 20g 6%
Protein 28g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.