Vegan Corn Chowder – Creamy, Comforting, and One-Pot

🎉 Introduction
This Vegan Corn Chowder is rich, cozy, and packed with vegetables—without any dairy. Sweet corn, tender potatoes, and carrots simmer in a lightly spiced coconut base to create a chowder that’s creamy, satisfying, and perfect for cooler days. It’s an easy one-pot recipe that delivers big flavor with simple ingredients and minimal cleanup.

🧰 Equipment Needed

• Large soup pot or Dutch oven
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons

🛒 Ingredients

Vegetables

• 4 ears corn, kernels removed
• 3 large carrots, diced
• 2 large red potatoes, diced
• 1 large white onion, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 5 large cloves garlic, minced

Liquids & Fat

• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk

Seasoning

• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1½ teaspoons sea salt

These ingredients create a thick, creamy vegan corn chowder with gentle heat and natural sweetness.

👩‍🍳 Directions

Step 1: Sauté the Base

• Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
• Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 2: Add Vegetables

• Add carrots, potatoes, and red bell pepper.
• Stir well and cook for 3–4 minutes to lightly soften.

Step 3: Season

• Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, paprika, cumin, and sea salt.
• Stir to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 4: Simmer

• Add corn kernels and water.
• Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
• Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.

Step 5: Make It Creamy

• Stir in the coconut milk.
• Simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes, allowing the chowder to thicken.

Step 6: Adjust and Serve

• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
• Serve hot.

🍽️ Servings & Timing

• Servings: 4–6
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: About 45 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, stirring occasionally.
• Add a splash of water if the chowder thickens too much.

🥄 Variations

• Extra Creamy: Blend 1–2 cups of the soup and stir back in.
• Spicy Kick: Add chili flakes or extra Cajun seasoning.
• Smoky Flavor: Add a pinch of smoked paprika.
• Herb Finish: Stir in fresh parsley or chives before serving.
• Chunky Style: Leave all vegetables unblended for texture.

❓ 10 FAQs

1. Is this chowder spicy?
   Mild to medium—adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.
2. Can I use frozen corn?
   Yes, frozen corn works well.
3. Is this soup gluten-free?
   Yes, naturally gluten-free.
4. Can I make it ahead?
   Yes, flavors deepen overnight.
5. Does coconut milk taste strong?
   It’s subtle and balanced by spices.
6. Can kids eat this?
   Yes, reduce Cajun seasoning for milder flavor.
7. Can I freeze it?
   Yes, freeze for up to 2 months.
8. Will it thicken more over time?
   Yes, potatoes naturally thicken the soup.
9. Can I add protein?
   Add beans or lentils if desired.
10. Is this a full meal?
    Yes, it’s hearty and filling.

🏁 Conclusion
This Vegan Corn Chowder is a creamy, comforting one-pot meal that’s easy to make and perfect for cozy dinners.

Adam

Vegan Corn Chowder – Creamy, Comforting, and One-Pot

This Vegan Corn Chowder is rich, cozy, and packed with vegetables—without any dairy. Sweet corn, tender potatoes, and carrots simmer in a lightly spiced coconut base to create a chowder that’s creamy, satisfying, and perfect for cooler days. It’s an easy one-pot recipe that delivers big flavor with simple ingredients and minimal cleanup.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Vegetables

• 4 ears corn kernels removed
• 3 large carrots diced
• 2 large red potatoes diced
• 1 large white onion diced
• 1 large red bell pepper diced
• 5 large cloves garlic minced

Liquids & Fat

• 3 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk

Seasoning

• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1½ teaspoons sea salt
• These ingredients create a thick creamy vegan corn chowder with gentle heat and natural sweetness.

Equipment

• Large soup pot or Dutch oven
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons

Method

 

Step 1: Sauté the Base

1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 2: Add Vegetables

1. Add carrots, potatoes, and red bell pepper.
2. Stir well and cook for 3–4 minutes to lightly soften.

Step 3: Season

1. Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, paprika, cumin, and sea salt.
2. Stir to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 4: Simmer

1. Add corn kernels and water.
2. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
3. Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are tender.

Step 5: Make It Creamy

1. Stir in the coconut milk.
2. Simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes, allowing the chowder to thicken.

Step 6: Adjust and Serve

1. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
2. Serve hot.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, stirring occasionally.

Add a splash of water if the chowder thickens too much.

🥄 Variations

Extra Creamy: Blend 1–2 cups of the soup and stir back in.

Spicy Kick: Add chili flakes or extra Cajun seasoning.

Smoky Flavor: Add a pinch of smoked paprika.

Herb Finish: Stir in fresh parsley or chives before serving.

Chunky Style: Leave all vegetables unblended for texture.

❓ 10 FAQs

Is this chowder spicy?
Mild to medium—adjust Cajun seasoning to taste.

Can I use frozen corn?
Yes, frozen corn works well.

Is this soup gluten-free?
Yes, naturally gluten-free.

Can I make it ahead?
Yes, flavors deepen overnight.

Does coconut milk taste strong?
It’s subtle and balanced by spices.

Can kids eat this?
Yes, reduce Cajun seasoning for milder flavor.

Can I freeze it?
Yes, freeze for up to 2 months.

Will it thicken more over time?
Yes, potatoes naturally thicken the soup.

Can I add protein?
Add beans or lentils if desired.

Is this a full meal?
Yes, it’s hearty and filling.

🏁 Conclusion
This Vegan Corn Chowder is a creamy, comforting one-pot meal that’s easy to make and perfect for cozy dinners.