Sweet Potato Corn Chowder
Sweet Potato Corn Chowder is a comforting and nourishing dish that brings warmth on chilly evenings. This creamy chowder blends the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the vibrant crunch of fresh corn, creating a delightful harmony of flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to please everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 portions 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent (about 3 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in diced sweet potatoes and mix for 2 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until sweet potatoes are tender (about 20 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth but slightly chunky using an immersion blender.
- Stir in corn kernels and coconut milk; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg