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Corn Chowder Light

Corn Chowder Light

Corn Chowder Light is a comforting and creamy soup that celebrates the natural sweetness of fresh corn while keeping it light and healthy. This recipe delivers rich flavors without the heaviness of traditional chowders, making it a perfect choice for cozy evenings or sharing with neighbors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 6 ears)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups Yukon gold potatoes, diced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Once shimmering, add diced onion and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Toss in the diced potatoes, stirring them into the vegetable mixture. Cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the broth and bring everything to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 12 minutes until potatoes become tender.
  5. Add three cups of corn kernels, reserving one cup for later. Add thyme and paprika. Continue simmering for another 5 minutes.
  6. Remove about 2 cups of the soup and transfer to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
  7. Pour the blended mixture back into the pot. Stir well to incorporate. Add the remaining cup of corn kernels.
  8. Reduce heat to low and stir in the milk. Let it warm through for about 3 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in the Greek yogurt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Always taste your corn before buying. Don't skip the blending step for texture. Add Greek yogurt off the heat to prevent curdling. Store garnishes separately.