Dill Pickle and Potato Soup
Dill Pickle and Potato Soup is a creamy, tangy, and savory dish that balances the richness of potatoes with the zesty punch of pickles. It’s an unexpected but delicious combination that creates a unique, satisfying bowl of comfort.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American, Eastern European
2 tablespoons butter 1 small onion diced 3 cloves garlic minced 2 tablespoons flour for thickening 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 3 cups potatoes peeled and diced 1 cup dill pickles chopped ½ cup pickle juice 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste ½ teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste ½ teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh dill ½ cup sour cream
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
Sprinkle in flour and stir well to coat the onions. Cook for 1 minute, then slowly whisk in broth to prevent lumps.
Add diced potatoes and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Stir in chopped dill pickles and pickle juice. Let the soup cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Lower the heat and stir in sour cream and dill. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
Serve warm, garnished with extra dill or crispy bacon crumbles if desired.
For a thicker consistency, mash some of the potatoes before adding the pickles.
Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Pair with rye bread or grilled cheese for a complete meal.
Keyword creamy dill soup, pickle soup, potato soup