Creamy Jalapeno Soup

Creamy Jalapeno Soup

🌽🥑 Creamy Jalapeño Corn & Avocado Soup — A Hug in a Bowl with a Little Kick

Sometimes dinner should feel like a warm hug… with just enough sass to keep things interesting.

 

This Creamy Jalapeño Corn & Avocado Soup is the perfect balance of cozy and zesty. It’s creamy without being heavy, fresh without being fussy, and has just the right amount of heat to make your taste buds dance. The sweetness of corn, the creaminess of avocado, and the tang of Greek yogurt all come together in a silky, flavor-packed bowl that’s ready in under an hour.

Why you’ll love it:

• Customizable heat — you control the spice level.
• Naturally creamy — no heavy cream needed.
• Nutrient-packed — loaded with veggies, healthy fats, and protein.
• Perfect year-round — serve warm in winter or chilled in summer.

My son, Ben, was telling my husband about a soup he had at a local Mexican restaurant that was so amazing that he thought he could eat it every day and still want more!

Always looking for new recipes to share with you. I did some research. First, we called Ben and asked him to describe the soup. He wasn’t much help! lol!!! All he told us is that it was creamy.

I checked out some recipes online to see what had been created. I found jalapeno popper soup and one of the ingredients was bacon. I thought that sounded delicious but I pretty sure if you went to a Mexican restaurant they wouldn’t be serving something that had bacon in it.

After stewing about it for a bit, this is what I came up with. I wasn’t convinced it would be one of my favorites because I thought it would be to hot but it’s not!!! Unless want it to be. I think this recipe is something I could eat every day and still love it!

 

 

Creamy Jalapeno Soup

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion - diced
• 2 to 5 jalapenos (depending on the size) seeded and roughly chopped; leave seeds and membranes in for a spicier soup
• 1 1/2 cup corn - fresh or frozen
• 3 to 5 cloves garlic - minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large potato - roughly chopped
• 3 cups chicken broth - add up to 4 cups for a thinner soup
• 1 avocado, creamed
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• Lime wedges and chopped cilantro - for serving; optional

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a pot over medium heat.

2. Add the onion, jalapeños, and corn. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent.

3. Stir in the garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.

4. Add the potatoes to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth. Increase heat to bring to a boil.

5. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 to 15 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.

6. Turn off the heat and add the avocado to the pot. Pour in half the soup, into a blender to puree the soup. Once smooth, pour back into the pot.

7. Stir the Greek yogurt into the blended soup.

8. Serve the soup with lime wedges and garnished with cilantro if desired. Enjoy!

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Serving — 6 Servings)

• Calories: ~230
• Protein: 6g
• Carbs: 27g
• Fat: 12g
• Sugar: 5g

📊 Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

\*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

👩‍🍳 Cooking Tips for the Best Creamy Jalapeño Corn & Avocado Soup

• Control the heat — start with 2 jalapeños, taste, then add more if you want extra kick.
• Roast the jalapeños before adding for a smoky depth.
• Use Yukon gold potatoes for a naturally buttery texture.
• Blend in stages if you like a chunkier soup.
• Add broth gradually — you can always thin it out later.

🎨 Recipe Variations

• Vegan Version — Use vegetable broth and swap Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt.
• Protein Boost — Stir in shredded chicken or black beans.
• Extra Veggie — Add zucchini or spinach before blending.
• Southwest Twist — Top with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, and diced avocado.
• Chilled Summer Soup — Serve cold with extra lime juice for a refreshing twist.

🧒 Kid Tips

• Use fewer jalapeños for a mild, kid-friendly version.
• Let kids sprinkle on their own toppings — cheese, tortilla strips, or extra corn.
• Serve with grilled cheese dippers for fun dunking.
• Make it a “color game” — have them name all the colors in their bowl.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

• Frozen corn works perfectly and saves prep time.
• Buy jalapeños in bulk and freeze extras whole for future recipes.
• Greek yogurt multipack — use leftovers for breakfast parfaits.
• Store-brand broth — tastes great and costs less.
• Avocados on sale — mash and freeze in portions for soups and smoothies.

📣 Reader’s Challenge: #SpicySoupSquad

Here’s your mission:

1. Make this Creamy Jalapeño Corn & Avocado Soup.
2. Put your own spin on it — maybe roasted poblano peppers, smoked paprika, or a swirl of hot sauce.
3. Snap a photo and share it with #SpicySoupSquad.
4. I’ll feature my favorites in an upcoming “Soups That Slay” roundup!

♻️ Leftover Remix

• Soup Quesadillas — Use as a dip for cheesy quesadillas.
• Pasta Sauce — Toss with cooked pasta for a creamy, spicy twist.
• Breakfast Bowl — Pour over scrambled eggs and top with salsa.
• Grain Bowl Base — Serve over quinoa or rice with grilled veggies.
• Mini Pot Pies — Use as filling with puff pastry tops.

💭 Final Thoughts

This soup is the perfect example of how a few humble ingredients can turn into something spectacular. It’s creamy, flavorful, and just the right amount of spicy — the kind of recipe that makes you feel like a kitchen rockstar without breaking a sweat.

Some soups are just soups. This one is a mood.

It’s the kind of recipe that makes you slow down and savor each spoonful. The sweetness of corn, the gentle heat of jalapeños, the creaminess of avocado — it’s comfort food with personality. And the best part? You can make it exactly the way you like it. Want it spicier? Add more jalapeños. Want it lighter? Use extra broth. Want to make it vegan? Easy swap.

I love that this soup works in every season. In winter, it’s a cozy blanket in a bowl. In summer, it’s a chilled, zesty refresher. It’s the kind of dish that adapts to your mood, your pantry, and your people.

And here’s the thing: recipes like this aren’t just about the food. They’re about the moments they create. The way your family might gather around the table, passing lime wedges and laughing about who can handle the most spice. The way leftovers turn into creative lunches that make your coworkers jealous. The way you feel proud when someone says, “You made this?!”

So here’s my challenge to you: make it, love it, and share it. Post your masterpiece with #SpicySoupSquad so we can all swap ideas, cheer each other on, and maybe even inspire the next great jalapeño soup trend.

Here’s to recipes that warm your belly, brighten your day, and remind you that a little spice makes life a whole lot more fun. 🌽🥑🔥

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