Description
There’s something undeniably heartwarming about a bowl of Creamy Dill Salmon Soup with Potatoes and Leeks. This Nordic-inspired comfort dish combines tender salmon, earthy leeks, and creamy potatoes in a rich, velvety broth infused with fresh dill. It’s soothing, nourishing, and perfect for cozy evenings or special family meals, bringing a taste of Scandinavian warmth straight to your table.
Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) skinless salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized chunks
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2 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
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4 medium Yukon Gold or red potatoes, peeled and diced
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2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 small shallot or yellow onion, finely chopped
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp all-purpose flour
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4 cups fish or seafood stock (or chicken stock)
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1½ cups heavy cream
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½ cup fresh dill, finely chopped
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1 bay leaf
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
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In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add the shallot and leeks, sautéing for 4–5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
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Stir in the garlic, carrots, and potatoes; cook for 2–3 minutes.
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Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat.
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Gradually pour in the stock, stirring to prevent lumps. Add the bay leaf and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Cook for 12–15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
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Add the salmon chunks and cook for about 5 minutes, until just opaque.
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Stir in the heavy cream and fresh dill.
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Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Remove the bay leaf.
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Serve warm with crusty bread or a light salad.
Notes
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Do not overcook the salmon to keep it tender and flaky.
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Fresh dill is key to the authentic Nordic flavor.
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Add a splash of white wine before the stock for extra depth if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Nordic / Scandinavian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
Keywords: creamy salmon soup, Nordic soup, dill salmon soup, Scandinavian comfort food