Description
Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup is a heartwarming dish that beautifully captures the essence of fall. This nourishing soup features earthy wild rice, vibrant vegetables, and fragrant herbs simmered to perfection, making it the ideal comfort food for chilly evenings. Each bowl offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that evoke fond memories of autumn gatherings. Prepare this easy recipe for family meals or cozy nights in, and savor the warmth and joy that each spoonful brings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup wild rice
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 3 minutes). Add carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in thyme and bay leaves, then pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add wild rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 45 minutes until rice is tender yet chewy.
- Remove bay leaves; taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For creaminess, swirl in coconut milk or cream before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg