Corn Bean and Yam Chowder

Warm up your soul with this hearty and nourishing Corn Bean and Yam Chowder—a vibrant blend of sweet yams, creamy cannellini beans, and juicy bursts of corn, all enveloped in a velvety coconut milk broth. Infused with smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and fragrant thyme, this comforting soup strikes the perfect balance of bold flavors and creamy textures. The addition of blended yams creates a luxuriously creamy base, while chunks of tender vegetables keep every bite satisfying and wholesome. Ready in under an hour, this vegan and gluten-free chowder is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy weeknights or crowd-pleasing lunches. Garnished with fresh green onions and cilantro, it's as beautiful to serve as it is delightful to eat. Perfect for meal prep or serving a family, this chowder is comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, peeled and diced yams
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned cannellini beans
• 2 cups frozen corn
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced (for garnish) green onions
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish) cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced yams to the pot and stir to coat them in the oil and aromatics.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the yams are tender.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender, puree roughly half of the soup directly in the pot to create a creamy base, leaving some chunks for texture. (Alternatively, transfer half the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.)

Step 8

Stir in the cannellini beans, frozen corn, and unsweetened coconut milk.

Step 9

Season the chowder with smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 10

Simmer the soup for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 12

Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2358.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1657.0

Total Fat 47.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5830.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 53.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.5g
Protein 54.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 915.4mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 6254.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.4%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 63.0%