This Salmon Corn Chowder is a light, simple soup that’s packed with vegetables. Enjoy it for lunch or dinner even on a hot summer day.
Hi Friends!
Time for another recipe refresher! This Salmon Corn Chowder was literally one of the very first recipes I published on my blog when I started it almost 4 years ago. That was way back before I knew the importance of post titles and I thought I was being so clever titling it “Doing The Chowder Cha Cha”. Yeah…kinda embarrassing 🙂
Anyways, I love making this recipe in the summer and when I noticed yesterday that I just so happened to have some salmon thawing in the fridge, plus lots of corn, I knew we were due for another batch.
This recipe is the perfect way to use up all your favorite summer produce! I tend to use zucchini, carrots, peppers, celery, potatoes and corn but feel free to use whatever you have on hand!
Here’s the recipe:
PrintSalmon Corn Chowder
A light chowder that’s perfect for all your summer vegetables
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (peppers, potatoes, carrots, zucchini, celery, etc)
- 1 cup corn kernals
- 1 pound salmon, cooked and flaked
- 1 quart broth (chicken or vegetable)
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- fresh black pepper
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, saute the vegetable (except the corn and zucchini if you’re using it) for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until veggies reach desired tenderness.
- Stir in milk, salmon, corn & zucchini and heat through.
- Add seasonings, taste and adjust accordingly.
So simple, right?
Typically I used white potatoes, but sweet potato was all I had on hand this time.
I use skim milk for this recipe, but if you want it to be more chowder-like, try 2% or whole. You can also add a little less broth and more milk to play with the ratio until you’re satisfied.
I don’t put a ton of Old Bay in the large pot since it’s pretty high in sodium, but I do love to add a little sprinkle to each bowl as it’s served for more flavor!
Enjoy!
–Lindsay–
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Kaylin @ Enticing Healthy Eating says
Wow, this looks and sounds amazing. Super simple too! I love salmon. Thanks for sharing!
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
Fact: I cannot say “chowder” without a lame New England fake accent. LOL!
Arman @ thebigmansworld says
I LOVE chowder and love the idea to add salmon to it- Delicious! Too much sodium? NEVER! 😉
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
Fabulous! So easy to make dairy free too with almond milk!
Jen @ Chase the Red Grape says
Salmon, sweet potatoes and corn! Yes please! Although I will try with almond milk and see if it works- fingers crossed!
Lindsay says
let me know how it goes!
Maryea {happy healthy mama} says
Ooh my husband likes clam chowder…maybe he’d like this?! I’m always looking for new ways to cook salmon.
Linz @ Itz Linz says
ok i LOVE corn chowder – must make this! pinned!
francesca says
Perfect blend of ingredients for summer soup!
Meme says
This makes me laugh – I think your post title was cute but I totally feel your pain from the first blog posts to now.
The recipe still sounds yummy and SO simple! Can’t wait to try
Lindsay says
haha right?! I had SO many corny post titles when i first started!
Lisa @ RunWiki says
I love a good corn chowder and adding Salmon sounds so delicious. I can imagine the salty, briney flavor it would add–perfect with with sweet, snappy corn! Yum!!
Mary @ BrightonYourHealth says
A summer must try! We have fresh Jersey corn coming into season very soon, looks like I will make your soup because we also love salmon (a great combo). YUM.
Lindsay says
Hope you love it Mary!
Emily @ Zen & Spice says
What an easy recipe! The next time I have some leftover salmon I’ll remember this!
Lindsay says
yes! it’s perfect for leftovers!
genevieve @ gratitude & greens says
I don’t eat fish but I could maybe try just a veggie version with just corn. Sounds like a great recipe for an easy weeknight dinner 🙂
Lindsay says
yes! or maybe add some tofu or beans or something! yum!
GiGi Eats says
I adore salmon, and eat it daily pretty much, but I always eat it the same way and forget that it tastes so flipping good in stews like this!!! 🙂 YUM !
Amy Ramos says
Yum!
For some reason, when I click on print, it is not printing the entire recipe. Boo.
Lindsay says
hmmm sorry about that. i’ll try to look into it!
Rachael@AnAvocadoADay says
I love summer soups! This looks awesome!
Polly @ Tasty Food Project says
I’m always trying to find different ways to use salmon and this recipe is something that I would definitely like to try! Looks delicious and I like how it is so simple too!
Lindsay says
hope you enjoy it polly!
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says
I usually grill my salmon only, and I love that you incorporated it in a chowder!
Lindsay says
it’s fun to change it up every once and a while!
BARBARA EYLERS says
LOVE YOUR RECIPES, BUT WHEN I PRINT THE RECIPE I GET 21 PAGES OF COMMENTS FROM PEOPLE. I CAN READ THOSE, I DON’T NEED 21 PAGES, WASTE OF PRINT INK AND PAPER. .
Lindsay says
if you choose the print button within the recipe card you should just get one page with only the recipe!