Vegan Potato, Leek & Corn Chowder

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

coconut oil ((or olive oil))

large leek (, chopped (white and light-green part only) *See note)

medium yellow onion (, diced)

red bell pepper (, diced)

2 sticks

celery (, diced)

2 cloves

garlic (, minced)

1 tsp

dried parsley

1 tsp

dried thyme

1 1/2 tsp

sea salt (, more to taste)

Fresh ground pepper (, to taste)

1 cup

carrots (, chopped)

medium potatoes (, peeled and diced)

3 tbsp

gluten-free flour ((all-purpose) (or regular all-purpose))

3 1/2 cups

vegetable broth ((low sodium) *See note)

bay leaf

2 cups

frozen or fresh corn ((about 4 ears, shucked))

1 cup

full-fat canned coconut milk ((*See note))

1 1/2 tbsp

fresh lime juice