Description
A creamy, comforting Mushroom Soup made with fresh button and cremini mushrooms, plant-based cream, and savory herbs. This soup delivers deep umami flavors with a smooth, velvety texture and is perfect served hot or chilled. Easy to prepare with wholesome ingredients, it offers a warm and inviting meal suitable for any season or occasion.
Ingredients
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Mushroom Soup Ingredients
- 500g fresh mushrooms (mix of button and cremini), roughly chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 2 sprigs fresh thyme)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms and Aromatics: Clean and roughly chop the fresh mushrooms to ensure even cooking. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant to build the flavor foundation.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Add the mushrooms to the pot and cook them until they release their moisture and begin to brown. This intensifies the earthy flavor and gives the soup its signature richness.
- Add Seasonings and Broth: Stir in the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and a splash of apple cider vinegar for balanced tang. Pour in the vegetable broth to cover the mushrooms, add fresh thyme, and bring to a gentle simmer allowing flavors to meld.
- Blend the Soup: Once mushrooms are tender, remove thyme stems if used. Carefully blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender. Return the soup to the pot to adjust thickness and seasoning.
- Add Plant-Based Cream and Natural Gelling Agent: Stir in the plant-based cream to achieve a velvety texture. Sprinkle in the natural gelling agent to thicken the soup without heaviness. Heat gently for a few minutes, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Choose fresh mushrooms for maximum flavor and texture.
- Use the dry sauté technique by cooking mushrooms briefly without oil to release moisture before adding oil.
- Balance acidity with apple cider vinegar to brighten the soup.
- Blend soup in smaller batches to avoid splashing and ensure smooth consistency.
- Add plant-based cream toward the end to perfectly control the creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mushroom soup, creamy soup, plant-based, vegetarian, comfort food, gluten free, creamy mushroom soup
