Best 8 Cauliflower Clam Chowder Low Calorie Recipes

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Cauliflower clam chowder is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional clam chowder. Made with cauliflower instead of potatoes, this chowder is lower in calories and carbohydrates, but just as creamy and flavorful. Whether you're looking for a lighter meal or a healthier way to enjoy a classic comfort food, cauliflower clam chowder is a great choice.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CAULIFLOWER CLAM CHOWDER (LOW CALORIE)



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Dairy-free and low-calorie New England-style clam chowder. Feel free to make it your own.

Provided by Betty Cracka

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Clam Chowder Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, sliced
5 cups water
2 cups chopped carrots
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cauliflower florets
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 clove garlic, minced
2 (10 ounce) cans whole baby clams
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion; cook and stir until browned, about 10 minutes. Add 1 cup water and carrots. Bring to a boil; cover and cook until carrots are soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine remaining 4 cups water, cauliflower florets, chicken bouillon, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth. Pour over the onion and carrots in the pot.
  • Stir baby clams and mushrooms into the pot. Simmer until hot, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 814.6 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

CAULIFLOWER CLAM CHOWDER



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This healthier take on clam chowder has fewer calories and less saturated fat than the original. Puréed cauliflower and potatoes keep it creamy while celery leaves and lemon zest balance each bite. Other healthy swaps: turkey bacon and low-sodium chicken broth replace regular bacon and clam juice.

Provided by lkb

Categories     Clam Chowder

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 slices turkey bacon, chopped
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup sliced celery
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 medium russet potato, peeled and chopped
4 cups coarsely chopped cauliflower florets
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup low-fat milk
1 (10 ounce) can whole baby clams, drained
1 teaspoon lemon zest
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh celery leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add turkey bacon and cook until crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving drippings in the saucepan.
  • Add onion and celery to the saucepan; cook over medium heat until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, 30 seconds more. Add chicken broth and potato; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Add cauliflower and salt; simmer, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Working in 2 batches, transfer cooked vegetable mixture to a blender. Add milk and blend until very smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir mixture back into the saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer to heat through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in clams and lemon zest.
  • Sprinkle servings with pepper, bacon, and celery leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 66.4 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 743.3 mg

LOW-FAT CLAM CHOWDER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 pounds cherrystone clams, scrubbed
2 large red-skinned potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 slice lean center-cut bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
1 cup fat-free half-and-half
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 teaspoons unsalted butter, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Put the clams and 2 cups water in a pot. Cover, bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook 5 minutes. Uncover and continue to cook until the clams open, 5 to 10 minutes (discard any that do not open); transfer the clams to a bowl.
  • Pour the liquid into a large measuring cup. (You should have 3 cups liquid; add water if needed.) Wipe out the pot. Pour the liquid back into the pot through a paper towel-lined sieve. Add the potatoes, cover and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Remove one-third of the potatoes. Continue to cook the remaining potatoes, covered, until soft, about 10 more minutes. Puree in batches in a blender until smooth. Return the soup to the pot.
  • Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and celery and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, thyme and bay leaves and cook, stirring, about 3 more minutes. Add the bacon mixture and reserved potatoes to the soup. Cover and cook over low heat, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, remove the clams from their shells and roughly chop. Stir the clam meat and half-and-half into the soup; remove from the heat, cover and set aside, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Discard the bay leaves. Season the soup with salt and pepper and reheat. Serve topped with a slice of butter, parsley, chives and paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353, Fat 9 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 76 milligrams, Sodium 251 milligrams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 29 grams

CAULIFLOWER CLAM CHOWDER (LOW CALORIE)



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Dairy-free and low-calorie New England-style clam chowder. Feel free to make it your own.

Provided by Betty Cracka

Categories     Clam Chowder

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, sliced
5 cups water
2 cups chopped carrots
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cauliflower florets
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 clove garlic, minced
2 (10 ounce) cans whole baby clams
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion; cook and stir until browned, about 10 minutes. Add 1 cup water and carrots. Bring to a boil; cover and cook until carrots are soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine remaining 4 cups water, cauliflower florets, chicken bouillon, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth. Pour over the onion and carrots in the pot.
  • Stir baby clams and mushrooms into the pot. Simmer until hot, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 814.6 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

LOW-FAT CLAM CHOWDER



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You'd never guess that a rich and creamy clam chowder could be low-fat, but this one is! With lots of potatoes, turkey bacon and seasonings, this slimmed-down version, shared by Linda Tindel of Avondale, Arizona, is loaded with flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 turkey bacon strips, diced
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups cubed red potatoes
2 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) minced clams, undrained
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium seafood seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt-free lemon-pepper seasoning
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick saucepan, cook bacon and onion over medium heat until onion is tender. Add the potatoes, clams, broth, celery and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , In a small bowl, combine flour and half-and-half until smooth; stir into potato mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LOW CALORIE CLAM CHOWDER



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Make and share this Low Calorie Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Happy Happy Joy Joy

Categories     Chowders

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 onion, diced
1 carrot, peeled and diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 (6 ounce) can clams, with juice
1 (12 ounce) package turkey bacon
1/2 cup plus skim milk
1/2 cup fat-free half-and-half
1 (8 ounce) can low-fat chicken broth
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Pour chicken stock into crock pot.
  • Add potatoes, onion and seasonings.
  • Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
  • Add celery, carrots, garlic, turkey bacon and clams with juice and cook for 1 hour more.
  • Remove bay leaf.
  • Add milk, half and half and flour and cook for half an hour more.

FAT FREE CREAMY CLAM CHOWDER



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Craving a hot, steamy bowl of creamy clam chowder, but not willing to sacrifice for the high fat? Try this recipe. It's everything you love about traditional chowder- minus the guilt!

Provided by littlethibault

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 8 cups, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large celery rib, finely chopped
1 pinch cayenne powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated skim milk
salt and black pepper
2 (6 1/2 ounce) cans chopped clams, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can nonfat chicken broth
2 cups water

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the can of chicken broth, the diced potatoes, onion, celery, cayanne powder, garlic powder, the chicken boullion powder and the water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until the veggies are tender. Combine 1/4 cup of the evaporated skim milk with the 3 tablespoons cornstarch and set aside. Add the remainder of the evaporated milk, the clams with their liquid, and the cornstarch mixture to the pan with the veggies. Cook and stir until thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.7, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 17.3, Sodium 397.6, Carbohydrate 24.1, Fiber 2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 11.2

LOW CALORIE BOSTON CLAM CHOWDER



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This is not my favorite clam chowder recipe but it is low cal, rather thin but tasty. Make mine loaded with potatoes, pork & tomatoes.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Chowders

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10 1/2 ounce) can clams, about 1 cup drained,save 1/2 cup liquid
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, diced
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon thyme
2 cups skim milk

Steps:

  • Set out a 3 quart saucepan.
  • Add 1/2 cup clam liquid, onions, carrots, water, salt, pepper& thyme.
  • Meanwhile cut the clams in half.
  • When the veggies are tender put in the clams and gradually add milk.
  • stirring all the while.
  • Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cauliflower: Fresh cauliflower has a milder flavour and a better texture than frozen cauliflower.
  • Chop the cauliflower into small pieces: This will help it cook evenly and quickly.
  • Sauté the cauliflower in butter or olive oil: This will help it caramelize and develop a richer flavour.
  • Use a good quality clam juice: Clam juice is the base of the chowder, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a clam juice that is made with natural ingredients and has a rich, briny flavour.
  • Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add flavour, texture, and nutrients to the chowder. Use a variety of vegetables, such as celery, carrots, onions, and potatoes.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as thyme and bay leaves, add a delicious flavour to the chowder. Add them to the pot during the last few minutes of cooking to preserve their flavour.
  • Season the chowder to taste: Season the chowder with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Be careful not to overseason the chowder, as you can always add more seasoning later.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower clam chowder is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a classic New England dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy texture, rich flavour, and abundance of vegetables, cauliflower clam chowder is sure to become a family favourite.

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