Corn and Potato Chowder

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Corn and Potato Chowder
45 min.
4
304kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your heart with this delightful Corn and Potato Chowder, a perfect blend of flavors that will leave you craving more. This vegetarian and gluten-free soup is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a cozy weeknight dinner or a comforting starter for your next gathering.

Imagine the aroma of sautéed green bell peppers mingling with the sweetness of corn and the earthiness of potatoes, all simmered to perfection. Each spoonful is a creamy, hearty delight, enriched with half-and-half and a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese that melts beautifully into the chowder. The addition of fresh parsley and green onions adds a burst of color and freshness, elevating this dish to a new level of deliciousness.

With only 304 calories per serving, this chowder is a guilt-free indulgence that fits perfectly into a balanced diet. Whether you're serving it as a soup, antipasti, or a snack, this chowder is sure to impress your family and friends. So grab your Dutch oven and get ready to create a bowl of comfort that warms both the body and soul!

Ingredients

  • pound baking potatoes cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1.5 cups prechopped bell pepper green
  • cups corn kernels frozen
  • cup green onions divided chopped ( 1 bunch)
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • cup half-and-half 
  • 0.3 cup parsley chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay)
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 0.8 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • 1.3 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  2. Add bell pepper and 3/4 cup green onions, and saut 4 minutes or until lightly browned.
  3. Increase heat to high; add corn, water, seafood seasoning, thyme, red pepper, and potatoes; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  4. Remove from heat, and stir in half-and-half, chopped parsley, and salt.
  5. Place about 1 1/2 cups soup in each of 4 bowls; sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons cheese and 1 tablespoon green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories304kcal
Protein13.22%
Fat36.66%
Carbs50.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
65.69
Glycemic Load
16.81
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
21.324782571067%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
8.09mg
Luteolin
2.84mg
Kaempferol
0.43mg
Myricetin
0.56mg
Quercetin
3.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:304.25kcal
15.21%
Fat:13.09g
20.15%
Saturated Fat:7.27g
45.44%
Carbohydrates:40.28g
13.43%
Net Carbohydrates:35.32g
12.84%
Sugar:8.87g
9.85%
Cholesterol:35.35mg
11.78%
Sodium:751.07mg
32.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.63g
21.25%
Vitamin K:124.63µg
118.7%
Vitamin C:63.64mg
77.14%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.74%
Potassium:866.49mg
24.76%
Phosphorus:246.52mg
24.65%
Vitamin A:1223.11IU
24.46%
Calcium:219.99mg
22%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.54%
Fiber:4.96g
19.86%
Folate:79.22µg
19.8%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.58%
Magnesium:61.65mg
15.41%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.07%
Iron:2.29mg
12.74%
Vitamin B3:2.54mg
12.71%
Copper:0.24mg
11.79%
Zinc:1.59mg
10.6%
Selenium:7.09µg
10.13%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.56%
Vitamin E:0.74mg
4.94%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.42%
Source:My Recipes