Smoked Salmon Chowder
Smoked Salmon Chowder is a rich, creamy soup that typically features smoked salmon, potatoes, onions, celery, and a creamy base like milk or cream. It's a comforting dish often associated with coastal regions, particularly in North America, where it showcases the bounty of the sea.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This chowder is generally high in fat and protein due to the salmon and cream, while being moderate in carbohydrates from the potatoes. It provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin D | 12 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 1.2 g |
| Vitamin A | 180 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish blends the tradition of smoking fish—a preservation method used for centuries—with the hearty, creamy chowder style popular in New England. Nutritionally, it's unique for delivering the health benefits of fatty fish in a comforting, soup format.
