Minnesota Wild Rice Soup Recipe
Creamy Minnesota Wild Rice Soup features nutty wild rice, fresh vegetables, and a rich broth made with half-and-half. This hearty vegetarian soup is perfect for cozy dinners and easy to customize.
10 Servings
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup minced onion
- ½ cup diced celery
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups cooked wild rice
- 1 cup grated carrot
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional
- 2 cups half-and-half
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Base:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced onion, diced celery, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes soft and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
Incorporate the Flour:
- Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir to combine. Continue cooking for 3 minutes, allowing the flour to lightly brown. This creates a roux that will thicken the soup.
Add the Broth:
- Gradually pour in the vegetable broth while whisking continuously to ensure a smooth consistency. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Introduce the Wild Rice and Additions:
- Stir in the cooked wild rice, grated carrot, sliced almonds, and red pepper flakes, if using. Return the soup to a simmer and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
Incorporate the Half-and-Half:
- Lower the heat to prevent boiling, then gently stir in the half-and-half. Cook until the soup is heated through, ensuring the mixture remains smooth and creamy.
Season and Serve:
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with additional almonds or fresh herbs, if desired.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch (dissolved in a small amount of water before adding to the soup). Additionally, verify that all other ingredients, including the vegetable broth, are certified gluten-free.