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Salmon Bisque

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Salmon Bisque

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 lbs salmon filets
  • 1 Tbsp light butter
  • 2 Cups low sodium vegetable stock 
  • 1/2 Cup shallots, chopped
  • 1/2 Cup dry white wine
  • 6 oz. tomato paste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 Cups evaporated fat free milk
  • 1 1/2 Cups evaporated low-fat milk
  • 2 Tbsp heavy whipping cream (optional)

Directions:

  1. Spray a medium skillet with nonstick spray.  
  2. Sauté salmon over medium-high heat until cooked.  
  3. Using a fork break apart salmon filets into smaller pieces. Set aside.
  4. Melt butter in a soup pot. Add shallots and sauté over medium heat for 3 minutes until transparent.  
  5. Add white wine and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add broth, tomato paste, bay leaf, pepper and paprika.  
  7. Bring to a boil over high heat. Remove and discard bay leaf. Add cooked salmon. Stir to mix well.
  8. Remove 1 cup and add to a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.  
  9. Return to a pot. Stir in milk.
  10. Cook until bisque is heated thoroughly, do not boil.

Tip: add a dash or two of Cajun seasoning to give just the right kick.
 
Nutrient Analysis (Serves: 10; Serving Size: 1 Cup):

  • Calories: 195                 
  • Sodium: 296mg        
  • Fat: 5g                
  • Fiber: 2g      
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g 
  • Protein: 20g                     
  • Cholesterol: 45mg