Vegan Corn and Potato Chowder
Vegan Corn and Potato Chowder is a creamy, dairy-free soup made with red potatoes, sweet corn, and a blend of vegetable broth and almond milk. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle savory depth. The chowder simmers until potatoes are tender, creating a comforting texture that can be enjoyed chunky or partially blended for creaminess, making it a versatile vegan soup option.
Ingredients
- 1 yellow onion
- 2 lbs. potato about 4-5 cups diced, red
- 3-4 cloves garlic
- 3 cups sweet corn (frozen, fresh, or canned)
- 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups almond milk plain & unsweetened
- 2/3 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Toppings (optional):
- chives or green onions, fresh
Instructions
- Dice onion. In a large stockpot over medium-high heat, sauté onion in 3 Tbsp. broth/water for about 7-8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, mince garlic and cut potatoes into about 3/4″ chunks.
- Add potatoes and smoked paprika to pot. Cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add broth, milk, corn, and nutritional yeast. Increase heat and bring to a light boil.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Salt/pepper to taste, and add more nutritional yeast if desired.
- Leave as is, or blend some for a creamier texture. (I like to blend about half with an immersion blender.)
- Garnish with fresh chives, green onion, etc. if desired.
Notes
- Use any plain, unsweetened plant-based milk; soy or cashew milk work well as substitutes for almond milk.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 medium bowls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 276
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 276kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Potassium | 1217mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1334IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 153mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.