Best 7 Spring Salmon Chowder Recipes

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Spring salmon chowder is a delectable dish that encapsulates the vibrant flavors of the season. This hearty and comforting soup features succulent pieces of fresh spring salmon, swimming in a creamy, flavorful broth. Its preparation is a culinary symphony, harmonizing the sweetness of corn, the earthy essence of potatoes, and the aromatic dance of herbs. With the addition of tender vegetables and a touch of zesty lemon, this chowder becomes a culinary masterpiece, sure to tantalize taste buds and warm hearts on those chilly spring evenings.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SEATTLE SALMON CHOWDER



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In the Seattle area, we love our seafood! And what is better on a rainy Seattle day than a hot, comforting bowl of fresh chowder? You will love this rich bowl of flavorful goodness!

Provided by Adopted Parisian

Categories     Chowders

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed, bones removed
1 tablespoon cooking oil
2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped red pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 1/2 cups water
4 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 1/2 cups cubed red potatoes
1 cup corn kernel
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons dill
1 pinch salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse fresh salmon; pat dry. Set aside. In a large saucepan heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook carrots, onion, pepper, and celery in hot oil about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
  • To poach salmon, bring water to a boil in a large skillet. Add salmon. Return to boil, reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 6 to 8 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork. Remove salmon from skillet, discarding liquid. Flake salmon into 1/2-inch pieces; set aside.
  • Stir the broth, potatoes, corn, dill, and salt into vegetables in saucepan. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cook, covered, over medium-low heat about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir together 1/2 cup of the milk and cornstarch. Add milk mixture to saucepan. Stir in remaining milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Gently stir in poached salmon or canned salmon. Heat through.

SALMON CHOWDER



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This is cold-weather dining at its best. Generous pieces of fresh fish floating in a creamy broth with root vegetables make for a hearty and satisfying dinner.This recipe is from Lucinda Scala Quinn, and it appears on the Martha Stewart Living digital magazine for iPad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 leek, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced, and rinsed well
1 red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
Coarse salt and freshly ground white pepper
3 small Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
6 cups store-bought low-sodium fish stock or Lucinda Scala Quinn's Homemade Fish Stock
12 ounces skinless salmon, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a medium stockpot over medium-low heat. Cook leek and red onion until soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt. Stir in potatoes and carrots. Add stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until potatoes are almost tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add salmon and simmer until opaque, about 3 minutes. Stir in cream to heat through. Stir in dill, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper. Chowder can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. Reheat before serving.

SIMPLE SALMON CHOWDER II



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This is a hearty but mild flavored fish chowder. It's a great way to use a piece of salmon that's too small to do much else with. Serve with toasted sourdough bread.

Provided by Chris Smith

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Fish Chowder Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 slices bacon
½ cup chopped onion
3 ½ cups chicken broth
1 (5.5 ounce) package scalloped potato mix
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound salmon fillet
1 cup milk
½ cup evaporated milk
1 green onion, thinly sliced
½ teaspoon dried dill

Steps:

  • Dice the bacon and fry in soup pot until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towel.
  • Add chopped onion to the bacon grease and cook until the onion has softened a bit. Add chicken stock, scalloped potato mix, undrained can of corn, and fresh ground pepper (to your taste). Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, trim the tapered edges from the salmon filet. Smash the trimmings with meat pounder and add to the pot. Check the remaining filet for stray bones and remove. Cut salmon into 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch cubes and reserve.
  • When potatoes are rehydrated but still a little firm, add the salmon, bacon, green onion, and the dill. Cook for 5 more minutes. Add the milk and evaporated milk; stir and cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.9 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 48.2 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 640.7 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

SALMON CHOWDER



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Make and share this Salmon Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gigi6287

Categories     Chowders

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups diced potatoes
2 carrots, diced
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups low-sodium chicken bouillon
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 (16 ounce) can salmon, skin and bones removed
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
3/4 cup shredded American cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Saute onion, celery, and garlic powder until onions are tender.
  • Stir in potatoes, carrots, broth, salt, pepper, and dill.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Stir in salmon, evaporated milk, corn, and cheese.
  • Cook on low heat until heated through and cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.7, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 49.9, Sodium 773.5, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 17.9

SPRING SALMON CHOWDER



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You can't help but fill up on this creamy salmon chowder. Veggies make it a whole meal in a bowl. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups cauliflowerets
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons butter
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
8 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
4 cups 2% milk
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, skin and bones removed
1 package (9 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cauliflower and water. Microwave, covered, on high for 4-5 minutes or until tender, stirring once., In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add celery and green onions; cook and stir until tender. Stir in flour, salt and dill until blended; gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in salmon, peas and cauliflower; heat through. Stir in cheeses until melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

SALMON CHOWDER



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I don't like fish, but I LOVE this soup!

Provided by KENULIA

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chowders     Fish Chowder Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons butter
¾ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups diced potatoes
2 carrots, diced
2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
2 (16 ounce) cans salmon
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (15 ounce) can creamed corn
½ pound Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Saute onion, celery, and garlic powder until onions are tender. Stir in potatoes, carrots, broth, salt, pepper, and dill. Bring to a boil, and reduce heat. Cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Stir in salmon, evaporated milk, corn, and cheese. Cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 104.2 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 38.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 1139.5 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

NORTHWEST SALMON CHOWDER



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I've lived on a farm in the Yakima Valley all my life. I have a big garden, and by the end of fall, my cellar shelves are full of canned fruits and vegetables. This recipe uses some of the root vegetables I grow...along with the delicious salmon that is so plentiful here. -Josephine Parton, Granger, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup each chopped celery, onion and green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup uncooked diced peeled potatoes
1 cup shredded carrots
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 3/4 teaspoon dill weed
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
2 cups half-and-half cream
1-3/4 to 2 cups fully cooked salmon chunks or 1 can (14-3/4 ounces) salmon, drained, flaked, bones and skin removed
Optional: crumbled cooked bacon, chives and cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute celery, onion, green pepper and garlic in butter until the vegetables are tender. Add broth, potatoes, carrots, salt, pepper and dill; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until the vegetables are nearly tender. Stir in the corn, cream and salmon. Simmer for 15 minutes or until heated through. If desired, garnish with bacon, chives and cracked black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1095mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, sustainable salmon. This will give your chowder the best flavor and texture.
  • Cook the salmon gently. Overcooking will make it tough and dry.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and texture to your chowder.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. Chowder is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking.
  • Serve chowder with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Spring salmon chowder is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover salmon. With its creamy broth, tender salmon, and fresh vegetables, spring salmon chowder is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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