Description
A hearty and flavorful wild rice soup perfect for a cozy autumn meal. This vegetarian and gluten-free soup is packed with warming spices and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add wild rice, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add thyme, rosemary, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45-55 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Stir in fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier soup, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
- Add cooked mushrooms or cubed firm tofu for extra protein.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg