Delicious Wild Rice Soup Simple and Nourishing Dish

Ingredients

• 1 cup wild rice, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 8 ounces mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, and oyster), sliced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in the garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the mixed mushrooms to the pot, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until they release their juices and become tender.
4. Stir in the wild rice, vegetable broth, thyme, and rosemary. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 40-45 minutes, or until the wild rice is tender and has burst open.
6. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the coconut milk and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.