Description
This Healthy Mushroom Soup Recipe features a rich and comforting blend of portabella mushrooms and fresh vegetables simmered in a flavorful combination of vegetable and beef stock. Perfectly seasoned with thyme, garlic, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, this hearty soup is a nourishing choice for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped carrot
- ¼ cup chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 3 cups chopped portabella mushrooms
Liquids and Seasonings
- 2 cups vegetable stock
- 3 cups beef stock
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Dash of red pepper flakes
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a large stock pot, melt the butter over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the pot and cook until they become translucent, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add Garlic, Mushrooms and Thyme: Stir in the minced garlic, chopped portabella mushrooms, and thyme. Continue cooking on medium-low heat for 5 minutes to allow the mushrooms to release their moisture and flavors to meld.
- Add Stocks and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable stock and beef stock along with Worcestershire sauce and a dash of red pepper flakes. Add salt and pepper to taste, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer the Soup: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 30 minutes to develop a rich and deep flavor.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy the wholesome, comforting mushroom soup.
Notes
- Use low-sodium stocks to control salt content for a healthier option.
- Substitute beef stock with additional vegetable stock to make the soup vegetarian.
- For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup before serving.
- Fresh thyme can be replaced with dried thyme—use about 1/3 teaspoon dried.
- This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
