Heart-Healthy Creamy Corn Soup

Dive into a bowl of comfort with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Corn Soup, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Bursting with the natural sweetness of corn and a medley of flavor-packed vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this soup achieves its velvety texture without relying on heavy creams. Instead, low-sodium vegetable broth and unsweetened almond milk create a silky, dairy-free base that's perfect for heart-conscious eaters. Infused with fragrant dried thyme and a hint of garlic, every spoonful of this soup is a nourishing delight. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of this low-fat, plant-based soup that pairs beautifully with whole-grain bread or a light salad. Perfect for meal prep, this gluten-free and vegan recipe will quickly become a go-to for cozy, healthy meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 4 cups frozen corn kernels
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, chopped celery, and chopped carrot, and sauté for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the frozen corn kernels to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and almond milk. Stir well.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and salt to the pot.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a blender and process until smooth.

Step 9

Once blended, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with whole-grain bread or a light salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2713.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1096.9

Total Fat 30.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2408.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.9g	0%
Total Sugars 68.2g
Protein 33.3g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 1088.1mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 4325.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.9%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 66.1%