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Close-up of a bowl of Wild Rice Soup Recipe, showing wild rice, vegetables, and creamy broth.

Wild Rice Soup

A hearty and flavorful wild rice soup recipe, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked wild rice
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the cooked wild rice and simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped parsley. Heat through but do not boil.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the cooked vegetables against the side of the pot before adding the cream. You can also add cooked shredded chicken or turkey for a heartier meal.

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