Virtually Fat Free Corn Chowder

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth (12oz)
  • 2 cups fresh whole kernel corn
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 medium potato, diced
  • 1 medium leek, finely chopped (whites and greens)
  • 3/4 cup finely diced sweet red pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely diced green pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar or 1/2 teaspoon sugar substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
  • salt

Instructions

  1. In a blender or food processor combine 1 cup (8 oz) of vegetable broth, 1 cup corn kernels, half the onions and half the potatoes; process into a coarse puree.
  2. Pour puree mixture into a large non-stick saucepan and bring to an almost boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally 10 minutes.
  4. Mix in the leeks, red peppers, green peppers, sugar (or sugar substitute) cumin, thyme and curry powder.
  5. Add the remaining corn kernels, onions, and potatoes.
  6. Cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  7. Should a thinner consistency be desired simply add the additional 1/2 cup broth.
  8. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  9. Enjoy!

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

504 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 16.3g 33% DV
Total Fat 19.4g 25% DV
Carbs 84.5g 31% DV
Fiber 30g 100% DV
Sugar 4.2g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10036.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 1862mg 40% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 114mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 89.9mg 100% DV
Calcium 607.3mg 47% DV
Iron 29.4mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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