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Spring Vegetable Chowder

Category: Under 30 minutes

Prep Time:

0 minutes

Cook Time:

0 minutes

Serves:

6 servings

Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
  • 5 cups (20 ounces) riced cauliflower
  • 2 leeks (5 ounces), tough green ends removed, cut into half moons and rinsed (about 2 cups)
  • 5 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 2 cups non-dairy milk, plus more to taste, divided
  • 1 bunch (10 ounces) asparagus, woody stems removed, cut into ½-inch pieces (about 2 heaping cups)
  • 1½ cups (6 ounces) frozen English peas
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil, plus more for garnish
  • 1½ pounds medium red potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes
  • Cold water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Freshly ground black pepper, for garnish

Directions:

  • 1.

    In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the riced cauliflower, leeks, garlic, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Sauté for 2 minutes, until the leeks just begin to soften.

  • 2.

    Pour in the vegetable stock and 2 cups (480 ml) of non-dairy milk. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the cauliflower is completely broken down and tender.

  • 3.

    Meanwhile, in a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the asparagus, peas, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Sauté for 2 minutes, until the vegetables are bright green with some crunch. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and basil. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

  • 4.

    Wipe out the pan and add the potatoes and enough cold water to cover by 1 inch (1 ¼ cm). Season with 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, until the potatoes are easily pierced with a fork but not mushy. Drain and set aside.

  • 5.

    Remove the pot with the cauliflower from the heat. Blend with an immersion blender until completely smooth and creamy. Add up to 1 cup (240 ml) non-dairy milk or water if needed to thin to your desired consistency.

  • 6.

    Stir in the reserved asparagus, peas, potatoes, and the lemon juice. Season to taste with salt.

  • 7.

    Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh basil, a drizzle of olive oil, and freshly ground black pepper.

  • 8.

    Enjoy!

Spring Vegetable Chowder
NutritionsQuantity
Calories:164kCal
Carbohydrates:29 g
Fat:3 g
Fiber:5 g
Protein:6 g
Sugar:5 g

*per 100g of serving

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