Late August always brings the same problem with it: I'm completely ready to go all-in on fall, but the reality is that the fall vibes I'm hoping for still won't really manifest for at least a month and a half. And in the meantime, it's HOT.

How, then, to indulge in a little taste of fall while not feeling gross in the summertime heat? One solution is this delicious chilled corn and coconut soup.

Creamy and bright, this easy-to-make vegan soup will peek ahead to autumn’s harvest while going down cool and cold, perfect for a hot August night. Pro tip: Make this one the night before so you don’t have to use the oven during the day.

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Chilled Coconut Corn Soup

Ingredients:

4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4-5 ears of corn)

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk

1 cup vegetable broth

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 inch fresh ginger, grated

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 lime, juiced

Salt and white pepper to taste

Fresh cilantro for garnish

Toasted coconut flakes for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and jalapeño (if using). Cook for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Add corn: Add corn kernels to the pot and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add liquids: Pour in the coconut milk and broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes until corn is tender.

Blend: Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend until smooth (or leave slightly chunky if preferred). If using a regular blender, work in batches and be careful with hot liquid.

Season: Stir in lime juice and season with salt and white pepper to taste.

Chill: Transfer to refrigerator and chill for at least 2-3 hours or overnight.

Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, a drizzle of coconut milk, and toasted coconut flakes if desired.

Senior writer Chris DeWeese edits Morning Brief, The Weather Channel’s newsletter.