Southwestern Fresh Corn Stew Recipe

Name: Southwestern Fresh Corn Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 medium ears fresh corn; 2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced; One 16-ounce can salt-free pureed or crushed tomatoes; 2 small yellow summer squash, cut into 3/4-inch dice; 1 1/2 to 2 cups fresh slender green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths (see Note); 1 to 2 fresh mild chilies (such as Anaheim or poblano), seeded and minced; 3 cups water, or as needed; 1/4 to 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, to taste; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; Vegan Sour Cream (page 7) for topping, optional

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
4 medium ears fresh corn
2 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
One 16-ounce can salt-free pureed or crushed tomatoes
2 small yellow summer squash, cut into 3/4-inch dice
1 1/2 to 2 cups fresh slender green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths (see Note)
1 to 2 fresh mild chilies (such as Anaheim or poblano), seeded and minced
3 cups water, or as needed
1/4 to 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro, to taste
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Vegan Sour Cream (page 7) for topping, optional

1
Heat the oil in a soup pot.
2
Add the onion and garlic and saute over medium-low heat until golden.
3
Scrape the corn kernels from the cobs with a sharp knife.
4
Add them to the soup pot, along with the fresh and canned tomatoes, squash, green beans, and chilies.
5
Add the water, more or less as needed for a moist but not too soupy consistency.
6
Bring to a rapid simmer, then lower the heat.
7
Cover and simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
8
Stir in the cilantro, then season with salt and pepper.
9
Simmer very gently for 5 minutes more.
10
Serve at once, topping each serving with sour cream, if desired.
11
Add a cup or two of cooked pinto or pink beans to the stew and serve with a fresh, multigrain bread instead of the Hearty Bean Bread suggested in the headnote.
12
Per serving:
13
Calories: 138
14
Total fat: 3g
15
Protein: 5g
16
Fiber: 6g
17
Carbohydrate: 27g
18
Cholesterol: 0mg
19
Sodium: 46mg

207

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced, 4 medium ears fresh corn, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Fresh Corn Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Southwestern Fresh Corn Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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