Vegan New England Chowder
A creamy, plant-based twist on the classic New England clam chowder, featuring a medley of wholesome, anti-inflammatory ingredients.
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15 minutes
Prep Time
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30 minutes
Cook Time
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4
Servings
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Moderate
Difficulty
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
320Calories
9gProtein
50gCarbs
12gFat
Ingredients
For 4 servings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can coconut milk (light or full-fat, as per preference)
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Follow these steps for perfect results
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and celery, sautu00e9 until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sautu00e9 for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, corn, vegetable broth, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the coconut milk and nutritional yeast. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley.
Health Benefits
Nutritional advantages of this recipe
- Low in fat while providing healthy fats from olive oil.
- Rich in fiber for improved gut health.
- Thyme and garlic are known for their anti-inflammatory properties.
- Coconut milk adds creaminess while providing medium-chain triglycerides for brain health.
- Nutritional yeast is a complete protein source, enhancing overall protein content.