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Vegan Clam Chowder

Creamy and oh-so-satisfying, this Vegan Clam Chowder is easy to make and full of flavor! Ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 348kcal
Author: Nora Taylor

Ingredients

Cashew cream

  • 3/4 cup raw cashews
  • 1 cup water

Vegan Clam Chowder

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 4 tablespoons all purpose flour gluten free if needed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 15 ounce can hearts of palm, drained and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • Vegan Bacon, optional see instruction #6 for options
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Instructions

  • Bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Pour the hot water over the cashews and let soak for 5 minutes. Drain the cashews and discard the soaking water. Add them to a high powered blender along with 1 cup fresh water and blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the carrots and celery to the pot and sauté for another 2 minutes. Sprinkle the flour on top of the vegetables and stir, then slowly pour in the broth while stirring constantly.
  • Now add the chopped hearts of palm, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, hot sauce, old bay seasoning, salt, pepper and potatoes.
  • Bring the soup to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer and cook for about 20 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender.
  • If using vegan bacon, prepare it and cook it until crispy. I used Lightlife bacon, but my tempeh bacon would be great here (or tofu bacon).
  • Stir the cashew cream into the soup. It should now be very creamy. Serve with crackers, fresh chopped parsley and vegan bacon, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. Feel free to substitute white button mushrooms for the hearts of palm. Both options are wonderful! Simply chop the mushrooms and add to the soup. Or sauté them first with a little salt/pepper to add even more flavor.
  2. Nut allergy? Substitute cashew cream with 1 cup of full fat coconut milk or other unsweetened vegan creamer instead. 
  3. Freeze it - Vegan Clam Chowder freezes well. I like to freeze soups in individual containers for quick grab and go meals.

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 6 servings | Calories: 348kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1078mg | Potassium: 2004mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 3857IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 4mg