Vegan Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup
Vegan Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup — Hearty, Creamy, and Soul-Warming! 🌿
When the days get cooler, there’s nothing better than a big bowl of homemade soup — especially this Vegan Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup. It’s rich, creamy (without any dairy!), and full of nourishing ingredients that make every spoonful deeply satisfying.
This soup is a perfect balance of savory mushrooms, tender vegetables, and nutty wild rice simmered in a flavorful broth. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and tastes even better the next day!
🌿 Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil or vegan butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced (cremini, button, or mixed)
- 1 tsp thyme (dried or fresh)
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (soy, almond, or oat)
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, for depth of flavor)
- 1 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté the base:
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2️⃣ Add the mushrooms:
Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5–7 minutes, until they release their juices and start to brown.
3️⃣ Add rice and broth:
Add wild rice, thyme, oregano, soy sauce, and vegetable broth. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 40–45 minutes, until rice is tender.
4️⃣ Make it creamy:
Stir in plant-based milk and nutritional yeast. Simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
5️⃣ Serve & enjoy:
Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with toasted bread. 🍞
💡 Tips
🌾 Want it creamier? Stir in ½ cup of coconut milk or blend a small portion of the soup and mix it back in.
🌶️ Add a pinch of chili flakes for gentle heat.
🥕 This soup freezes beautifully — perfect for meal prep!
✨ Wholesome, cozy, and full of umami goodness — this Vegan Mushroom & Wild Rice Soup is comfort food done right!
