Wild Rice Soup

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Wild Rice Soup
30 min.
5
228kcal

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Warm up your day with a delightful bowl of Wild Rice Soup, a vegetarian masterpiece that’s not only comforting but also incredibly easy to prepare. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a nourishing meal that serves five, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. This soup is a harmonious blend of fresh vegetables, creamy half-and-half, and the nutty flavor of wild rice, creating a rich and satisfying dish that will please even the pickiest eaters.

Imagine the aroma of sautéed celery, carrots, and onions wafting through your kitchen as you melt butter in a saucepan. The addition of toasted slivered almonds and fresh parsley not only enhances the flavor but also adds a delightful crunch and a pop of color to your bowl. With only 228 calories per serving, this soup is a guilt-free indulgence that fits perfectly into any healthy eating plan.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty starter, a light snack, or a comforting main dish, this Wild Rice Soup is versatile enough to suit any occasion. So grab your apron and get ready to impress your friends and family with this deliciously creamy, wholesome soup that’s sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • cup celery sliced
  • cup carrots shredded peeled
  • cup onion chopped
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • 2.5 cups chicken broth 
  • 15 oz rice wild cooked canned
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds toasted
  • tablespoons parsley fresh italian chopped (flat-leaf)
  • cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 4-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Add celery, carrot and onions; cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  3. Stir in flour, salt, pepper and thyme; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in broth and wild rice.
  4. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in half-and-half; heat just to a simmer (do not boil). Top with almonds and parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories228kcal
Protein11.19%
Fat38.93%
Carbs49.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69.97
Glycemic Load
4.13
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.621738967688%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
4.03mg
Luteolin
0.31mg
Isorhamnetin
1.75mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.26mg
Quercetin
6.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:227.88kcal
11.39%
Fat:10.23g
15.74%
Saturated Fat:4.62g
28.88%
Carbohydrates:29.5g
9.83%
Net Carbohydrates:25.5g
9.27%
Sugar:4.23g
4.7%
Cholesterol:20.41mg
6.8%
Sodium:761.21mg
33.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.62g
13.24%
Vitamin A:4723.03IU
94.46%
Vitamin K:36.86µg
35.1%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.21%
Fiber:4g
16.01%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.72%
Vitamin E:2.07mg
13.83%
Magnesium:53.76mg
13.44%
Folate:53.69µg
13.42%
Phosphorus:131.57mg
13.16%
Vitamin B3:2.19mg
10.97%
Copper:0.22mg
10.91%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.76%
Zinc:1.59mg
10.62%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.21%
Potassium:345.47mg
9.87%
Vitamin C:6.79mg
8.23%
Iron:1.32mg
7.31%
Calcium:51.56mg
5.16%
Selenium:3.25µg
4.65%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.63%