Minneapolis-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup
A comforting soup featuring Minnesota’s signature wild rice and earthy mushrooms, simmered with fresh herbs for a soothing regional flavor. This american-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 65 minutes pairs wild rice, olive oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup wild rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 2, diced celery stalks
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse 3/4 cup wild rice thoroughly under cold water and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables soften and onions become translucent.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms; cook for 4 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and start to brown slightly.
- Step 4: Stir in the rinsed wild rice and pour in 6 cups vegetable broth. Add 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes until rice is tender.
- Step 5: Finish by stirring in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley. Heat through for 2 minutes and adjust seasoning before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Minneapolis-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Minneapolis-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep wild rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Minneapolis-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Minneapolis-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Minneapolis-Inspired Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
