Corn Chowder Raw Food
Dive into the creamy, nutrient-packed world of this refreshing Corn Chowder Raw Food recipe! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh corn kernels and the creamy richness of soaked cashews, this no-cook chowder is a breeze to whip up in just 15 minutes. A blend of vibrant yellow bell pepper, zesty lemon juice, and garlic adds layers of flavor, while chopped green onions and fresh herbs provide the perfect garnish to elevate both taste and presentation. Ideal for a summer lunch or light dinner, this vegan and gluten-free dish is blended to perfection and served raw to preserve its wholesome goodness. Whether you're embracing the raw food lifestyle or simply craving a healthy, plant-based recipe, this corn chowder will quickly become a favorite in your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Fresh corn kernels (from about 3 ears of corn)
- 1 cup Cashews (soaked for 2-4 hours and drained)
- 2 cups Filtered water
- 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. If not already done, soak the cashews in water for 2-4 hours. Drain and set aside.
2. Reserve 1/2 cup of the fresh corn kernels for garnish and set aside.
3. In a high-speed blender, combine the remaining 2 1/2 cups of corn kernels, soaked cashews, filtered water, diced yellow bell pepper, garlic cloves, lemon juice, sea salt, and ground black pepper.
4. Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If the mixture seems too thick, you can add more filtered water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach your desired consistency.
5. Taste the chowder and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
6. Divide the chowder evenly into bowls. Top each bowl with a spoonful of the reserved corn kernels, a sprinkle of chopped green onions, and fresh parsley or cilantro.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful raw food corn chowder!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1322 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2435 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.0 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.6 g | ||
| Protein | 46.1 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2571 mg | 55% | |
*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.
