Sopa de Calabacitas (Mexican Courgette and Sweetcorn Soup)
A light, chunky soup of courgette, sweetcorn and tomato with garlic and coriander. Quick, fresh and entirely plant-based.
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.27 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the onion and pepper for 6 minutes until soft. Add the garlic for 1 minute.
7 min - 2
Add the courgettes, tomatoes, tomato purée, sweetcorn, water, oregano and salt.
- 3
Bring to the boil, then simmer for 15 minutes until the courgette is tender but still holds its shape.
15 min - 4
Stir in the lime juice and most of the coriander. Taste and add salt if needed.
- 5
Ladle into bowls and top with avocado and the rest of the coriander.
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