Description
This creamy Mushroom Soup is a warm, comforting, and flavorful plant-based recipe made with fresh mushrooms, smooth plant-based cream, and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a quick lunch, satisfying dinner starter, or cozy meal any day of the year, it offers a velvety texture and rich earthy taste that delights the palate.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh mixed mushrooms (button, cremini, shiitake), sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 4 cups vegetable broth, low sodium
- 1 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms and Aromatics: Clean and slice the fresh mushrooms evenly. In a large pot, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in a splash of olive oil over medium heat until translucent and fragrant. Add the mushrooms and cook until softened, releasing their earthy flavor.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable broth along with vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Let the mixture simmer gently to combine the flavors into a savory base.
- Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth. Optionally, reserve some mushroom pieces before blending and stir them back in for texture.
- Stir in Plant-Based Cream and Natural Gelling Agent: Lower the heat and whisk in the plant-based cream to create a creamy consistency. Add the natural gelling agent to enhance texture. Stir well and heat gently without boiling to maintain silkiness.
- Final Touches: Finish with a splash of apple cider vinegar (natural) to brighten the flavors. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Remove thyme sprigs and serve hot for optimal flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh mushrooms for best texture and flavor without bitterness.
- Allow mushrooms to brown slightly to develop rich caramelized notes during sautéing.
- Add plant-based cream gradually to control creaminess without over-thickening.
- Use fresh thyme or alternative fresh herbs like rosemary or sage for fragrant results.
- Season after blending to prevent over-seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: creamy mushroom soup, plant-based soup, vegan mushroom soup, gluten-free mushroom soup, comforting soup, easy mushroom soup
