Description
Beef Wild Rice Soup is a heartwarming and satisfying dish that combines tender beef, nutty wild rice, and a medley of colorful vegetables. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly evenings, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures in every bowl. Easy to prepare, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends, ensuring everyone leaves the table feeling nourished and content.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef chuck roast, diced
- 1 cup wild rice blend
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add diced beef chuck roast; sear on all sides until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in carrots and mushrooms; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth and add thyme along with rinsed wild rice blend. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about one hour or until beef and rice are tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg