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Creamy Dill Salmon Soup with Potatoes

Creamy Dill Salmon Soup with Potatoes for Cozy Nights

This creamy dill salmon soup with potatoes is a comforting dish that warms the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Scandinavian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb Salmon fillet Use skinless, wild-caught.
  • 2 cups Leeks White and light green parts only.
  • 2 cups Potatoes Yukon Gold or red potatoes.
  • 1 cup Carrots Diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely minced.
  • 1 small Shallots Finely chopped.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Provides a rich taste.
  • 1 tbsp All-purpose flour Helps thicken the soup.
For the Broth
  • 4 cups Fish or seafood stock Chicken stock is a substitute.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Use half-and-half to lighten if desired.
  • 1 bunch Fresh dill Generously add for flavor.
  • 1 piece Bay leaf
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • optional Dry white wine For deglazing.
  • 1 stalk Celery Optional; diced.
Optional Spice
  • 1/4 tsp Chili flakes For subtle heat, if desired.

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep all ingredients: slice leeks, dice potatoes and carrots, and chop fresh dill. Cut salmon into bite-sized chunks.
  2. In a pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté shallots and leeks for 4-5 minutes until soft.
  3. If desired, deglaze with white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot and letting it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add carrots, celery, potatoes, and bay leaf; sprinkle flour and pour in stock. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Continue simmering, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  6. Gently add salmon chunks and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the fish is opaque.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and most of the dill, warming gently without boiling. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with remaining dill, and serve with crusty rye bread or sourdough.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to personal preference and feel free to experiment with different seafood.

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