Chilled Cucumber Soup with Smoked Salmon and Dill

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Chilled Cucumber Soup with Smoked Salmon and Dill
45 min.
6
194kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing culinary experience with our Chilled Cucumber Soup with Smoked Salmon and Dill! This delightful dish is perfect for warm days when you crave something light yet satisfying. With its vibrant flavors and creamy texture, this gluten-free soup is not only a feast for the palate but also a feast for the eyes.

Imagine the crispness of fresh cucumbers blended into a smooth, velvety soup, enhanced by the rich notes of crème fraîche and the aromatic essence of dill. The addition of tender russet potatoes adds a subtle heartiness, making this soup a wonderful starter or a light snack. Topped with luscious pieces of smoked salmon, each bowl becomes a gourmet experience that will impress your guests and elevate any meal.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves six, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. The best part? You can prepare it ahead of time and let it chill in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether served as an elegant appetizer or a refreshing afternoon snack, this chilled cucumber soup is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Dive into this deliciously cool dish and savor the taste of summer in every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 tablespoons butter 
  • cup crème fraîche sour
  • cups cucumber peeled halved seeded
  • large optional: dill fresh minced
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth 
  • cup onion chopped
  • ounce baking potatoes peeled cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • teaspoon salt ()
  • ounces salmon smoked cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • whisk
  • pot

Directions

  1. Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions and sauté until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add cucumbers and potato; stir 1 minute.
  4. Add broth, dill sprigs, and 1 teaspoon salt. Increase heat and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until cucumbers and potato are tender, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes. Working in batches, puree soup in processor until smooth. Return to pot. Cool 15 minutes.
  5. Whisk in 1/2 cup crème fraîche and 4 tablespoons minced dill. Cover and chill until cold, about 4 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.) Taste soup, adding more salt if desired. Ladle soup into 6 bowls.
  6. Place dollop of crème fraîche in center of each bowl; sprinkle with smoked salmon and remaining 2 tablespoons minced dill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories194kcal
Protein16.12%
Fat53.62%
Carbs30.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.96
Glycemic Load
6.17
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.2495651141457%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.55mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.69mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:193.65kcal
9.68%
Fat:11.95g
18.39%
Saturated Fat:6.08g
38.03%
Carbohydrates:15.18g
5.06%
Net Carbohydrates:13.45g
4.89%
Sugar:4.38g
4.87%
Cholesterol:33.4mg
11.13%
Sodium:579.88mg
25.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.08g
16.17%
Vitamin D:2.42µg
16.16%
Potassium:543.02mg
15.51%
Vitamin B3:3.06mg
15.32%
Phosphorus:146.65mg
14.66%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.44%
Copper:0.24mg
11.94%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.44%
Vitamin C:8.44mg
10.24%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.43%
Selenium:6.44µg
9.2%
Vitamin A:457.92IU
9.16%
Vitamin K:9.6µg
9.14%
Magnesium:32.78mg
8.19%
Calcium:74.47mg
7.45%
Folate:29.31µg
7.33%
Fiber:1.73g
6.92%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.71%
Iron:1.1mg
6.1%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.93%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.4%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.07%
Source:Epicurious