Description
Brighten your table with this delightful Summer Corn and Zucchini Chowder, a comforting dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of summer. This creamy chowder is filled with fresh corn, tender zucchini, and aromatic veggies, making it perfect for warm evenings or cozy family dinners. Not only is it easy to whip up in just 20 minutes, but it’s also versatile—serve it as a hearty main course or a tasty starter at gatherings. Enjoy the nourishing goodness of seasonal produce while savoring every delicious spoonful.
Ingredients
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- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1/2 large yellow onion
- 2 ribs celery
- 5 ears corn
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 russet potatoes
- 1 large zucchini
- 1 large yellow squash
- 5 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 2 cups half and half
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until crisp (about 5 minutes).
- Sauté onion and celery for 3 minutes; add corn and cook for another 4 minutes.
- Stir in garlic; then add chicken broth, potatoes, and seasonings. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add zucchini and yellow squash; cook until veggies are tender (10-12 minutes).
- Puree part of the chowder in a food processor until smooth; return to pot.
- Stir in half and half; remove from heat.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg