Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup
A warm and hearty wild rice soup perfect for autumn, filled with earthy flavors and comforting aromas that evoke childhood memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Wild Rice
- 6 cups Vegetable Broth
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 2 stalks Celery, diced
- 1 Onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
- 2 Bay Leaves
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- ½ cup Cream or Coconut Milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Wild Rice: Rinse the wild rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic & Spices: Stir in garlic, thyme, and pepper. Sauté for another minute.
- Combine the Ingredients: Mix in rinsed wild rice and pumpkin puree and stir together.
- Pour in the Broth: Add vegetable broth and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Let it Thicken: As the soup simmers, the wild rice absorbs the broth. Adjust the thickness as needed.
- Final Touches: Stir in cream or coconut milk, season with salt and pepper, and remove bay leaves before serving.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with protein or additional herbs for a personalized touch! The soup freezes beautifully for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: wild rice soup, autumn soup, cozy meals, fall recipes, vegetarian soup