Description
Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days, offering a warm blend of nutty wild rice, fresh vegetables, and creamy broth. This easy-to-make soup not only fills your belly but also warms your heart, making it perfect for family gatherings or quiet evenings at home. With a delightful aroma that invites everyone to the table, this recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- 2. Add minced garlic and wild rice; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3. Pour in vegetable broth, then add bay leaves and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil.
- 4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes until rice is tender.
- 5. Stir in cream or coconut milk and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg