Vegan Spicy Cream of Corn Soup Blender

This vegan spicy cream of corn soup is made with sweet corn, smooth coconut milk, and spices. Its an easy recipe that you can make quickly in a blender. Its perfectly smooth and full of flavor. Adding red bell pepper to the soup gives it a little sweetness and a bright color.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can 14 oz coconut milk
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish optional

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes

Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cook for another 2 minutes

Add corn kernels, vegetable broth, coconut milk, cumin powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15 minutes, until the corn is tender

Using a blender, carefully blend the soup in batches until smooth and creamy

Return the blended soup to the pot and adjust seasoning if needed

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired