Salmon Chowder

This salmon chowder uses canned salmon for an easy and affordable tasty meal. You can add a pinch of cayenne if you like a little heat.

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrot
  • 1/3 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 2½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup precooked brown and/or wild rice
  • 5 oz canned salmon, drained and bones and skin removed
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

Directions:

  1. Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add oil, onion, carrot, celery, and salt and sauté for 4 minutes.
  3. Add 2 cups of water or broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  4. Combine milk and flour in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  5. Add milk mixture to pan and bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly.
  6. Stir in rice and salmon, and cook for 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
  7. Optional: Sprinkle evenly with green onions before serving.
  8. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container within 2 hours.
Nutrition Information

180 Calories│6g Fat (4g Saturated)│26g Carbohydrates│1g Added Sugar│4g Protein│330mg Sodium│1g Fiber