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(Recipe) Warming autumn soup with fennel, Dill and Salmon

27
aug

As the weather turns chillier, there’s nothing quite like a comforting bowl of soup to warm you up. This delightful autumn soup combines the fresh, anise-like flavor of fennel with the aromatic touch of dill. Paired with tender smoked salmon, it’s a nourishing dish that’s both satisfying and healthful.

(Recipe) warming autumn soup with fennel, dill and salmon

A Note on Ingredients:

Fennel is a wonderful autumn vegetable rich in nutrients that support the immune system.
Dill not only pairs excellently with fish but is also rich in vitamin C and other immune-boosting compounds.
Salmon adds healthy omega-3 fatty acids to the soup, benefiting your heart and brain health.

Enjoy this heartwarming soup that’s perfect for cozy evenings!

Ingredients:

2 fennel bulbs
1 yellow onion
1 tablespoon coconut oil
100 ml coconut cream
500 ml water
1 vegetable stock cube
100 grams smoked salmon
4 sprigs of fresh dill
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Fennel:
1. Trim the stems and a small piece from the base of the fennel bulbs.
2. Halve each bulb lengthwise and slice thinly.
Sauté the Vegetables:
1. Finely chop the yellow onion.
2. In a large soup pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
4. Add the sliced fennel to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Simmer the Soup:
1. Pour in the water and add the vegetable stock cube.
2. Stir until the stock cube is fully dissolved.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the fennel is tender.
Blend the Soup:
1. Remove the pot from the heat.
2. Stir in the coconut cream.
3. Using a hand blender or transferring carefully to a countertop blender, purée the soup until smooth and creamy.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Prepare the Garnish:
1. While the soup is simmering, cut the smoked salmon into thin strips.
2. Finely chop the fresh dill.
Serve:
1. Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
2. Garnish each serving with strips of smoked salmon and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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