Quick Salmon Vegetable Soup
Quick Salmon Vegetable Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that warms you from the inside out in just 30 minutes. Tender salmon fillets swim alongside vibrant carrots, zucchini, and fresh spinach in a savory broth, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy evenings. This versatile recipe allows you to customize the vegetables based on your preference, ensuring every bowl is packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Chop the carrots and zucchini into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, bring the vegetable broth to a simmer.
- Add the carrots and zucchini; cook for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Gently add the salmon fillets and cook for 6-8 minutes until they flake easily with a fork.
- Stir in the spinach and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute vegetables based on availability; bell peppers or green beans work well. Enhance flavor with herbs like dill or parsley.