Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup

Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup recipe videos

Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup is a hearty, earthy soup originating from the American Midwest, particularly associated with Minnesota and the Great Lakes region. It typically features a medley of mushrooms (like cremini or shiitake), nutty wild rice, onions, celery, and herbs, all simmered in a savory broth, often finished with a touch of cream or milk for richness.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is generally balanced, providing complex carbohydrates from the wild rice, plant-based protein from the mushrooms and rice, and moderate fat if cream is used. It's a good source of B vitamins, minerals like selenium and copper from mushrooms, and dietary fiber, with a typical serving ranging from 200 to 350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	160 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Selenium	10 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg
Copper	0.4 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Vitamin D	0.2 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Wild rice is not a true rice but a semi-aquatic grass native to North America, historically a vital food source for Indigenous peoples of the Great Lakes region. The soup showcases a unique 'forest-to-table' ingredient pairing, as mushrooms and wild rice both thrive in similar northern woodland ecosystems.