Why is corn soup good for you?

A good source of protein, it helps in weight loss too. The super amounts of vitamins, minerals in these succulent corn kernels provide daily dose of nutrition. Adding carrots this soup provides ample amounts of Vitamin A, while onion, garlic, ginger not only regulate metabolism but also flush out toxins.

Why does my leek and potato soup taste bitter?

Why does my leek and potato soup taste bitter? A bitter taste in your leek and potato soup could come from a few possible sources. One common cause is overcooked or burnt leeks . Leeks, like onions, can become bitter if they're cooked for too long or at too high a heat.

Why has my leek and potato soup gone brown?

It looks as though some of your potatoes might have got a bit scorched. Did you fry them off before adding the liquid? The colour from the browned potatoes could be what is turning it brown .

What is the healthiest soup to eat why?

Vegetable soup is one of the best soups to eat. Vegetable soup is made with potatoes, carrots, onions, green beans and green peas. The combined nutrition of each vegetable adds a great number of vitamins and minerals to your diet. Potatoes are a good source of potassium and carrots provide beta carotene.

Does sweet corn soup increase blood sugar?

Corn contains natural carbohydrates which are broken down into simple sugars during digestion. Sugars from food are absorbed into your bloodstream and can raise your blood sugar levels . Every person will have a unique glycemic response to corn. Some people may experience higher blood glucose levels and others may not.

Is corn soup good for blood pressure?

Lowers blood pressure : Phytonutrients found in corn inhibit ACE, lowering the risk of high blood pressure.

What is leek soup made of?

It requires only a few ingredients— leeks, butter, potatoes, broth, cream, and some aromatics —and some very simple knife skills and cooking techniques. I start mine the classic way, with leeks slowly cooked down in butter.

What does potato soup contain?

My soup wanders all over the refrigerator for ingredients. Minimum, for my current recipe: (non-waxy, Yukon, or russet) potatoes, garlic, yellow onions, chicken stock (Mom used water only), evaporated milk. I like to add a sweet potato or carrots, fresh corn, jalapenos or green chile, herbs, sherry, and heavy cream.

How do you thicken leek and potato soup?

Add flour or cornflour Put a tablespoon of either into a small bowl and stir in 2-3 tbsp of the soup until you have a smooth mixture. Stir this back into the soup and bring it to a simmer. Cook for a few minutes to allow the starch granules to burst to thicken, and to cook out any flour flavour.

What can I add to potato soup to add flavor?

Cheese: I recommend a good sharp cheddar cheese here for maximum flavor. Greek yogurt or sour cream : To make the soup extra-creamy. Salt and pepper: Add in as much as you need at the end to season your soup well.

Syn Free Sweetcorn and Leek Soup | Slimming World Recipes (2024)

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Dig into a delicious bowl of Syn Free Sweetcorn and Leek Soup a perfect recipe for the whole family.

Last week I made up a dish of my delicious Barbecue Chicken Spaghetti Squash Bake. It's such a lovely dish, perfect just as it is with a salad, or with a side of your choice for a more filling meal.

I had kind of overdone it on the salads and really fancied making up a nice pot of soup, that I could enjoy with a slice of the spaghetti squash bake.

There were some leeks in the fridge that really needed to be used up and not wanting to make my usual Leek and Potato Soup, I raided my pantry looking for inspiration.

I love soup with sweetcorn and it actually surprised me that I haven't yet posted a sweetcorn soup recipe to the blog. I mean how is that even possible? All these delicious Soup Recipes to choose from and none of them a sweetcorn soup.

Traditionally using sweetcorn for soup, you would expect something like a chowder or chicken sweetcorn. But with the leek that needed to be used up, a combination of both ingredients for a Sweetcorn and Leek Soup just seemed like a perfect idea. The kids love sweetcorn too, so I just knew it would be a hit for them.

Bearing in mind I wanted this for lunch, it needed to be ready pretty quick and this was one of those soups that do not need to simmer for ages on the stove to bring out the flavours. Perfect!!

You could totally use fresh or even frozen corn in this recipe, but seeing as canned is what I had, that was what I used.

This Sweetcorn and Leek Soup uses just a handful of ingredients, it's a great soup for making when you fancy soup, but don't want to be dealing with complicated ingredients or instructions.

It's literally just a case of adding to the pan, simmer enough to bring out the flavours and then blending to make it nice and creamy.

What Kitchen Items do I need to make this Sweetcorn and Leek Soup?

Deep Saucepan
Kitchen Scales
Measuring Cups
Measuring Jug
Measuring Spoons
Blender or Immersion Stick Blender
Wooden Spoon
Santoku Knife (perfect knife for chopping veg)
Chopping Board

Recipe Card

Syn Free Sweetcorn and Leek Soup

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, vegan, Slimming World and Weight Watchers friendlyExtra Easy - syn free per servingGreen/Vegan - syn free per servingWW Smart Points - 2

Ingredients

2 medium leeks, sliced
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cups (480ml) of cooked corn (fresh, frozen or canned)
4 spring onions, finely sliced
4 cups (960ml) of vegetable stock/broth
salt and black pepper
spray oil

Instructions

Spray a deep saucepan with some spray oil
Add the onion and leek and fry for approx 5 mins to soften
Season with salt and black pepper
Stir in the corn and stock
Bring to a boil and cover and simmer for approx 15 mins.
Add ¾ of the soup to a blender and blend till smooth.
Add back to the remaining soup and continue to simmer for about 5 mins just until it thickens.
Ladle into bowls and serve topped with the chopped spring onion.

Notes

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Nutrition Information

Yield 4Serving Size 1 serving
Amount Per ServingCalories 138Total Fat 0.8gSaturated Fat 0.1gSodium 194mgCarbohydrates 32.1gFiber 5gSugar 8.3gProtein 4g

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