Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup
Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This heartwarming dish combines nutty wild rice with fresh vegetables and a creamy coconut milk broth, enveloping you in warmth with every spoonful. Enjoy this delicious soup as a family meal or a cozy solo dinner, making it a seasonal favorite that embodies the essence of fall.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup wild rice blend (pre-cooked)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the wild rice blend and dried thyme until well combined.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach or kale until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg