Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with this delightful wild rice soup, a comforting blend of earthy flavors and creamy texture. Each spoonful offers a hearty mix of wild rice, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs that evoke memories of cozy family gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable for various dietary needs, this soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers. Enjoy every delicious bite as you gather around the table with loved ones!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup organic wild rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, and bay leaves; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add rinsed wild rice and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes.
- Once the rice is tender, incorporate diced carrots and celery. If desired, add heavy cream and let simmer for an additional 10–15 minutes.
- Before serving, stir in fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg