Keto Keto Clam Chowder
A rich, creamy vegan keto clam chowder made with hearts of palm, cauliflower, and cashew cream — no ocean critters required.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 head cauliflower chopped (about 3 cups)
- 1 can hearts of palm chopped
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked 2 hours or boiled 10 minutes
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp celery seed
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp liquid smoke for that ocean-y vibe
- Chopped parsley for garnish because you fancy
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until soft and dramatic.
- Toss in garlic, cauliflower, thyme, celery seed, and white pepper.
- Add chopped hearts of palm and miso paste. Stir with intention.
- Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for 20 minutes until everything softens emotionally and physically.
- Add soaked cashews and blend until luxuriously smooth.
- Return soup to the pot, stir in lemon juice and salt.
- Add a splash of liquid smoke for seafood illusion.
- Heat through, ladle into bowls, and sprinkle with parsley.
Notes
🔍 Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 55%
- Iron: 12%
- Folate: 20%
- Vitamin K: 18%
- Magnesium: 15%
💁 Tips to Boost Flavor
- Stir in a splash of white wine vinegar for brightness.
- Add chopped mushrooms for an extra layer of umami sass.
- Freeze leftovers in Mason jars — your future self will high-five you.
- Don’t skip the miso — it's the secret “briny” kicker.
- Pair with keto garlic “bread” and watch your dinner guests swoon.