Alaska-Style Salmon & Dill Soup
A comforting Alaskan take on seafood soup featuring smoked salmon, creamy potatoes, and fresh dill, perfect for chilly coastal days. This alaskan-inspired soups ready in about 45 minutes pairs smoked Alaskan salmon, potatoes, carrot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 oz smoked Alaskan salmon
- 1 cup potatoes
- 1/2 cup carrot
- 1/4 cup onion
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice 1 cup potatoes and 1/2 cup carrots into 1/4-inch cubes. Finely chop 1/4 cup onion. Heat a large pot over medium heat, add potatoes and carrots, and cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Step 2: Add 1/4 cup chopped onion to the pot, stirring for 3 minutes until translucent. Pour in 4 cups chicken stock, bring to a gentle boil, and simmer for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Step 3: Flake 6 oz smoked Alaskan salmon into the pot, then stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and cook for 3 minutes until heated through without boiling. Remove from heat.
- Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp fresh dill and 1 tsp lemon zest, then taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Alaska-Style Salmon & Dill Soup take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Alaska-Style Salmon & Dill Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep smoked alaskan salmon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Alaska-Style Salmon & Dill Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Alaska-Style Salmon & Dill Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Alaska-Style Salmon & Dill Soup?
Alaskan soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
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Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
