Sopa de Milho Verde

Sopa de Milho Verde is a comforting Brazilian corn soup that captures the essence of summer with its sweetness and rich texture. This vegan dish is perfect as a light meal or a starter, bringing together wholesome ingredients for a delicious experience.

Ingredients

• Fresh corn kernels - 400 grams (about 3-4 ears of corn)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Coconut milk - 200 ml
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lime - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the fresh corn kernels and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only half of the soup.
5. Stir in the coconut milk and season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 11 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from corn and cilantro, which may help reduce inflammation.

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