Croatian Dill Soup

Experience the comforting flavors of Croatia with this hearty Croatian Dill Soup, a delightful blend of earthy vegetables, creamy yogurt, and fragrant fresh dill. This traditional soup starts with a base of sautéed onions, garlic, and tender potatoes, simmered to perfection in rich vegetable stock. The addition of fresh dill brings a burst of herbal brightness, while the velvety texture is achieved by whisking yogurt, an egg yolk, and flour into the broth for a light tang and creamy finish. Perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, this wholesome soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or stands alone as a satisfying meal. Quick and simple to prepare, it’s ready in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for weeknight cooking. Perfect your technique with this recipe, and enjoy a taste of Croatian home cooking!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
• 5 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup yogurt (plain, full-fat)
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and stir for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced potatoes and sliced carrot, cooking for 2-3 minutes to briefly sauté the vegetables.

Step 5

Add the vegetable stock, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

While the soup is simmering, in a small bowl, whisk together the flour, yogurt, and egg yolk until smooth.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are tender, add the chopped dill to the soup and stir well.

Step 8

Carefully ladle a small amount of hot soup into the yogurt mixture, whisking constantly to temper and prevent curdling.

Step 9

Slowly pour the tempered yogurt mixture into the pot, whisking continuously.

Step 10

Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Remove the soup from heat and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh dill if desired, alongside crusty bread or as a standalone dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2549.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1607.8

Total Fat 53.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 214.6mg	0%
Sodium 5593.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.4g	0%
Total Sugars 41.8g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 113.3IU	0%
Calcium 1815.8mg	0%
Iron 35.1mg	0%
Potassium 7508.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 58.4%