Salmon and Sweet Corn Soup

The weather may be getting warmer but I'm still enjoying soups. They are quick and easy to make, plus extra servings can be frozen so I'll probably be eating soups throughout summer - depending on what I find in my freezer!

Naturally sweet from the corn, a great source of omega-3 and protein from the salmon, with potatoes adding a good dose of carbs, this soup is hearty and warming. I couldn't help sneaking in a little chopped celery too! Fresh salmon can be used, but for me canned fish is always easier, cheaper and quicker.

Salmon and Sweet Corn Soup
Makes 4

Ingredients:
- 160g / 6oz onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 335g / 12oz salmon, cooked and chopped (I use canned salmon)
- 85g / 3oz / 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 170g / 6oz sweet corn
- 600g / 21oz potatoes, chopped
- 1tbsp dill
- ground black pepper
- 720ml / 24floz chicken broth, reduced sodium
- 240ml / 8floz water
- 240ml / 8floz almond milk, unsweetened

Method:
In a pan sprayed with cooking spray, cook the onion, garlic, salmon, celery, sweet corn and potatoes for 5 minutes, adding a splash of water if ingredients begin to stick to the base of the pan.
Stir in the dill and black pepper.
Add broth and water.
Gently simmer for 30 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in the milk. ENJOY!

 

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Chicken and Potato Chili Soup

You'll notice from previous recipes in this blog, I tend to use a few basic spices - chili powder, cumin, paprika. This soup recipe is no exception!

Unlike canned soup which usually contains high amounts of sodium, and in some cases added sugars, this is a healthier alternative as I only use 3 cups of chicken broth (low sodium, obviously) and 1.5 cups of water. Feel free to add in some extra veg; courgettes and peas would be nice.

Chicken and Potato Chili Soup
Serves 4

Ingredients:
- 320g / 1.5oz chicken breast, cut into small pieces
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 140g / 5oz onion, chopped
- 1tsp ground black pepper
- 720ml / 24floz chicken broth, low sodium
- 360ml / 12floz water
- 200g / 7oz potatoes, scrubbed (or skins peeled) and chopped
- 2tsp chili powder
- 1tsp cumin
- 1tsp paprika
- 112g / 4oz mushrooms
- 170g / 6oz green pepper
- 56g / 2oz celery

Method:
In a large pan, lightly sprayed with cooking oil, cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes.
Add the chopped garlic and onions to the pan, along with the ground black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, water, potatoes and bring to the boil for 5 minutes.
Cover the pan with a lid and simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the spices and chopped vegetables. Simmer for another 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked thoroughly and the vegetables are tender.
ENJOY!

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