Quinoa Corn Chowder with Beans
Ingredients
-
1
tablespoon
extra virgin olive oil
-
1
medium
onion, chopped
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2
cloves
garlic, minced
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1
small
jalapeño pepper, finely diced
-
1
medium
bell pepper, chopped
-
1
cup
quinoa, uncooked
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4
cups
vegetable broth
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2
tablespoons
chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
-
1
teaspoon
dried thyme
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¼
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
-
Pinch
salt (optional)
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2
cups
frozen sweet corn, thawed
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1
can (15-ounce)
pinto beans, drained
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3
tablespoons
all purpose flour
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2
cups
plant-based milk, plain, unsweetened
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onions, garlic, jalapeño, and bell pepper for 4 minutes.
- Add quinoa and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Add parsley or cilantro, thyme, cayenne pepper, and optional salt. Stir in broth and cover, cooking for 10 minutes until vegetables are soft and quinoa is tender.
- Stir in corn and beans until well combined.
- Mix flour into plant-based milk until smooth and add to the pot.
- Heat the chowder while stirring frequently until bubbly and thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
6
Calories
282
Total fat
6g
Total carbohydrates
46g
Total protein
12g
Sodium
252mg
Cholesterol
0mg
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