Sopa de Tortilla con Calabacitas y Elote (Courgette and Sweetcorn Tortilla Soup)
The smoky tomato chilli broth loaded with courgette and sweetcorn and finished with crisp tortilla strips.
Made with Tortilla soup base. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time30 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £3.86 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 2 tablespoons of the oil in a frying pan and fry the tortilla strips for 2 minutes, until crisp. Drain on kitchen paper.
2 min - 2
Pour your ready made tortilla soup base (see the base recipe) into a pot and bring to a simmer.
- 3
Add the courgettes and sweetcorn and simmer for 8 minutes, until the courgettes are tender.
8 min - 4
Season with salt and a squeeze of lime.
- 5
Ladle into bowls and top with the tortilla strips, avocado, coriander and lime wedges.
Tips
- Add the courgette late so it keeps its colour and some bite.
- Char the sweetcorn in a dry pan first for a smoky flavour.
- The base uses chicken stock, so this is not vegetarian.
Storing and freezing
Keeps in the fridge for 2 days without the toppings. Reheat until steaming hot all the way through.
Questions
Is this vegetarian?
No. The ready made tortilla soup base is made with chicken stock, so this soup is not vegetarian or vegan.
Can I add beans?
Yes. A tin of black beans, drained and rinsed, makes it more filling.
Can I use other vegetables?
Yes. Chayote, green beans or carrots can replace the courgette.
More made with tortilla soup base
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.