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Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Soup

Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn Soup is a creamy, zesty delight that brings the vibrant flavors of traditional street corn right to your bowl. Perfect for cozy evenings, this easy recipe is packed with sweet corn, savory spices, and a refreshing splash of lime. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, and enjoy the delicious aroma while it simmers to perfection!

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion and red bell pepper in a skillet until translucent.
  2. In the slow cooker, combine sautéed vegetables with corn, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  4. Blend part of the soup with an immersion blender until creamy while keeping some chunks intact.
  5. Stir in cream or plant-based alternative along with lime juice and cilantro. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
  6. Serve in bowls garnished with extra cilantro or avocado slices.
  • Author: Adriana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, sauté garlic with onions and peppers. - Customize by adding jalapeños for heat or swapping in other veggies like zucchini. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.