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Creamy Dill Salmon Soup

Creamy Dill Salmon Soup: A Cozy Bowl of Comfort Goodness

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Creamy Dill Salmon Soup, a delightful Scandinavian-inspired dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Scandinavian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Salmon fillet, skinless, cut into bite-sized chunks preferably wild-caught
  • 2 medium Leeks, thinly sliced white and light green parts
  • 4 medium Potatoes, peeled and diced Yukon Gold or red
  • 2 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 small Shallots or yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
For Flavor and Creaminess
  • 4 cups Fish or seafood stock or chicken stock
  • 1.5 cups Heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Additions
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 cup Dry white wine optional, for deglazing
  • 1 Celery stalk, diced optional
  • Chili flakes a pinch, optional for gentle heat

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Slice the leeks, dice the potatoes, carrots, and celery, mince the garlic, and chop the salmon into bite-sized chunks.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots, minced garlic, and leeks. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add Vegetables and Stock: Stir in carrots, celery, potatoes, bay leaf, and flour. Pour in the stock and bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Simmer: Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Add Salmon: Gently add salmon, simmer for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Finish with Cream and Dill: Stir in heavy cream, most of the dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Heat through on low.
  7. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with remaining dill, and serve with bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid boiling the soup after adding cream.

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