Best Quinoa Corn And Spinach Chowder Recipes

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QUINOA CORN AND SPINACH CHOWDER



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Adapted from: "Vegetable Soups from Deborah Madison's Kitchen". "I absolutely adore this soup. It's a meal in a bowl that's just filling enough, plus you can have it on the table in less than thirty minutes. The liquid that comes from cooking the quinoa is so tasty that it becomes the chowder's broth. The only caveat about quinoa is that it's important to rinse it very thoroughly in plenty of water before cooking to rid it of any traces of the slightly bitter saponin that naturally coats the grain. Mostly this has been done for you, but a good rinse is extra insurance. Otherwise, quinoa is perfect: a light, highly nutritious, quick cooking grain. And this chowder is perfect for summer--or any time of the year."

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Chowders

Time 30m

Yield 2 quarts, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup quinoa, rinsed thoroughly under running water
7 cups water
2 ears corn, shucked
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and finely diced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
sea salt, to taste
2 potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/4-inch pieces (about 6oz)
fresh ground pepper, to taste
1/4 lb feta cheese, cut into small cubes
1 bunch spinach, stems removed and leaves washed
3 green onions, including greens thinly sliced
1/3 cup cilantro leaf, chopped
1 hard-boiled egg, peeled and diced (optional)

Steps:

  • Simmer the quinoa in 7 cups boiling water for 10 minutes.
  • While the quinoa is cooking, slice off the top half of the corn kernels, then reverse your knife and press out the milk with the dull edge running down the length of the cobs. Set aside.
  • Drain quinoa, but reserve liquid.
  • Heat the oil in a 3-quart saucepan with garlic and chile, cook for about 30 seconds over medium heat, then add the cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and the potatoes.
  • Measure 6 cups of the quinoa-cooking water and add it to the pot. Bring to a boil, then add the quinoa and simmer, partially covered, until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Add the corn and its scrapings.
  • Turn off the heat, taste for salt, and season the soup with pepper.
  • Add the cheese, then stir in the spinach and the green onions. As soon as the spinach is wilted, after 2-3 minutes, serve the soup, garnished with the cilantro and hard-boiled egg if you're using it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.2, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 209.5, Carbohydrate 30.5, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 7.6

QUINOA CORN CHOWDER



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons salted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup quinoa
2 cups frozen whole-kernel corn, thawed
5 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
4 ounces bacon (about 6 slices)
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
4 scallions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil and butter in a large stockpot over medium heat, about 2 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and saute until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the quinoa and corn and saute for 3 more minutes. Add the stock, heavy cream, potatoes and Old Bay. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, uncovered, until the quinoa and potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut the bacon into small pieces and add to a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook until browned and crisp, about 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove to a paper towel¿lined plate to drain. Set aside.
  • Add the shrimp to the chowder and cook until they are pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Just before serving, add the parsley, scallions and bacon.

SPINACH AND CORN CHOWDER



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Easy and rich chowder, definitely not low cal. We have a large family and love soup, so this recipe makes a lot. I made this up on the spot when we needed a soup course one day and it worked great! Enjoy!

Provided by GuavaJelli

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
2 hot red peppers, dried (optional)
3 tablespoons flour
8 cups vegetable stock (or 8 cups water and 4 Tbsp stock powder) or 8 cups chicken stock (or 8 cups water and 4 Tbsp stock powder)
2 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (thaw under cold water, no need to dry)
1/2 cup butter, 1 stick
6 cups whole milk
2 cups heavy cream
salt, to taste
white pepper, to taste
hot sauce, to taste
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water (optional)

Steps:

  • Over medium high heat, cook chopped bacon in olive oil until crisp, remove and set aside.
  • Saute onion, green pepper, garlic and dried peppers (if using) in left over oil until soft but not brown (3-5 minutes).
  • Reduce heat to medium, add flour and whisk to form roux; cook roux until slightly toasty - do not let brown (3 minutes).
  • Add stock or water 2 cups at a time, whisking to prevent lumps.
  • Add corn, spinach and butter; simmer 10 minutes.
  • Add milk, cream, reserved bacon bits and seasonings to taste, stir and simmer 5-10 additional minutes.
  • **Optional** If soup is not thick enough, dissolve cornstarch in cold water, then add to soup and stir until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.2, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 68.3, Sodium 146.2, Carbohydrate 14.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 5.5, Protein 6

QUINOA CORN CHOWDER



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons salted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup golden quinoa
2 cups frozen whole-kernel corn, thawed (or kernels from 2 to 3 large cobs)
5 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
4 ounces bacon (about 6 slices)
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
4 green onions, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot set over medium heat, heat the oil and butter, about 2 minutes. Add the onion and garlic, and saute until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the quinoa and corn, and saute for 3 minutes more. Add the stock, cream, potatoes, and Old Bay. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until the quinoa and potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, using kitchen shears, cut the bacon into small pieces and add to a medium skillet set over medium heat. Cook until brown and crispy, about 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Set aside.
  • Add the shrimp to quinoa and cook until they are pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Just before serving, add the parsley, green onions, and bacon.

AMARANTH, QUINOA, AND CORN CHOWDER



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A friend gave me this recipe in an effort to introduce quinoa into our diet. Quinoa is very good for you and it's yummy in this soup. Amaranth was also new to us - we found it at Good Foods in a bin where you only take as much as you'd like. I'm so glad I made this! Leftovers are yummy too. Maybe add more milk if it gets too thick. Also, I used skim milk instead of whole, but I added some extra unsalted butter.

Provided by Lemon Drop

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 12 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups finely chopped leeks (white and light green parts)
1 cup finely diced celery (peel celery before dicing if desired)
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 cup amaranth
1/2 cup ivory quinoa, thoroughly rinsed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups corn kernels (thawed if using frozen)
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons minced flat leaf parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy pot, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat. Stir in the leeks, celery, red bell pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetable are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the amaranth and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the quinoa and thyme. Return to a boil. Reduce the heat slightly and cook at a gentle boil, partially covered, for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a blender or food processor, puree 3 cups of the corn kernels with 1 cup of water. When the quinoa has cooked for 10 minutes, stir the corn puree and the remaining corn kernels into the soup. Add salt to taste. Reduce the heat and simmer until the quinoa and amaranth are tender, 3 to 5 more minutes. When the quinoa is done, there will be no starchy white dot in the center of each grain, and some of the germs' "tails" may unfurl and float freely. On close inspection, the amaranth will look like tiney opaque bubble floating on the surface.
  • Stir in the milk and remaining tablespoon of butter. Add more salt, if needed. Divide into portions and garnish each with a little parsley.
  • Note: The soup thickens on standing; thin as needed with additional milk, and add salt to taste.
  • Variations:.
  • For dots of color, use 2 tablespoons of red quinoa and a scant 1/2 cup ivory quinoa. Add the red quinoa when you add the amaranth.
  • Use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Use dried tarragon instead of thyme.
  • Shrimp, Corn, and Quinoa Soup.
  • Instead of water, use 4 cups of fish or clam broth. Use oregano instead of thyme. Once the quinoa is tender, add 1/2 pound peeled small shrimp. Cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 1 minute. Omit the milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.6, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 141.2, Carbohydrate 66.5, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 3.9, Protein 11.7

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