Description
This creamy Mushroom Soup is a soothing, rich, and velvety plant-based recipe bursting with earthy mushroom flavors and aromatic herbs. Made with a mix of fresh mushrooms, plant-based milk, and seasoned with vegetarian Worcestershire sauce and apple cider vinegar, it offers a silky, comforting bowl perfect for chilly days or anytime you crave a nourishing, wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms and Vegetables
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup white button mushrooms, chopped
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasonings
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 cups plant-based milk (unsweetened almond or oat milk recommended)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, freshly cracked, to taste
- Olive oil, for sautéing
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until golden and fragrant. This step builds the savory foundation and unlocks the natural sweetness of the onions.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the chopped cremini, white button, and shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Stir occasionally as they release moisture and begin to brown, intensifying the mushroom flavor and creating a rich base for the soup.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable broth along with fresh thyme sprigs, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and apple cider vinegar (natural). Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to marry and the mushrooms to soften further.
- Blend with Plant-Based Milk and Natural Gelling Agent: Once the mushrooms are tender, stir in the plant-based milk and natural gelling agent. Use an immersion blender or carefully transfer the soup to a blender and puree until smooth and velvety, leaving some mushroom chunks if you prefer added texture.
- Adjust Seasonings and Serve: Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper as needed. Remove the thyme sprigs, ladle the soup into bowls, and serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Choose a mix of mushrooms to enhance flavor depth and texture.
- Properly caramelize onions and mushrooms to build a savory, rich base.
- Use fresh herbs like thyme to brighten the soup and add aroma.
- Adjust soup thickness by adding more broth if too thick or blending in more natural gelling agent if needed.
- Serve warm for best flavor; leftovers reheat well with a splash of plant-based milk or broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mushroom soup, creamy mushroom soup, plant-based soup, vegan soup, vegetarian mushroom soup, savory soup, gluten free soup, easy mushroom soup
