Potato-Corn Chowder
Description
This comforting Potato-Corn Chowder is a wholesome, plant-based meal that relies on fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs for depth of flavor. The dish features a robust base of diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and celery, simmered until tender to create a naturally thick consistency. Sweet frozen corn adds bright pops of color and sweetness, while chopped tomatoes provide a subtle tanginess. Infused with bay leaves, coriander, savory, and thyme, this chowder offers a rich, earthy taste profile without the need for dairy.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Add the chopped onion, diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and chopped celery to the pot.
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Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until the onions begin to soften.
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Add the bay leaves and pour in the vegetable stock, ensuring the vegetables are covered.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Stir in the frozen corn and canned tomatoes with their liquid.
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Continue simmering for another 10 minutes until the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender.
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Remove about 3/4 cup of the cooked potatoes and liquid from the pot and mash them well in a separate bowl.
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Return the mashed potato mixture to the pot to thicken the chowder naturally.
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Add the coriander, savory, thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Remove the bay leaves before serving hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 538.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.3g24%
- Saturated Fat 2.2g12%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 102.8mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 107.4g36%
- Dietary Fiber 26.3g106%
- Sugars 19.2g
- Protein 15.7g32%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
