Best 10 Simple Wild Rice Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a comforting and flavorful journey with our diverse collection of wild rice soup recipes. From classic and hearty to unique and creative, these recipes cater to every palate. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore the distinct flavors of wild rice, perfectly complemented by an array of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and savory seasonings. Whether you seek a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish for a special occasion, our recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds. Let the enticing aromas of sautéed onions, garlic, and celery fill your kitchen as you craft a traditional wild rice soup, simmering it to perfection in a rich broth infused with the essence of wild rice. For a vegetarian delight, embark on a culinary expedition with our vegetable-packed wild rice soup, bursting with vibrant colors and textures. Experience the delightful harmony of crisp carrots, tender celery, hearty mushrooms, and succulent wild rice, all harmoniously blended in a flavorful broth. If your taste buds crave a touch of smokiness, our bacon and wild rice soup awaits your discovery. Savor the smoky essence of bacon as it mingles with the nutty flavor of wild rice, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. And for those seeking a creamy indulgence, our creamy wild rice soup beckons you. Immerse yourself in the velvety texture of this comforting soup, where wild rice meets a creamy blend of mushrooms, leeks, and a touch of cream, creating a culinary masterpiece that will soothe your senses. With our carefully curated selection of wild rice soup recipes, your taste buds are in for an extraordinary adventure. Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors and textures as you embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the versatility and deliciousness of wild rice.

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WILD RICE SOUP



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As the oldest of eight girls growing up on the farm, I began cooking at an early age! This soup-which I first had at my sister's house-brings me compliments no matter where I serve it. -Elienore Myhre, Balaton, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup uncooked wild rice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 quart water
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, oil and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the onion, celery and carrot in butter until vegetables are almost tender. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Slowly stir in broth and undrained rice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the cream, rosemary and salt. Simmer, uncovered, until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 19g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MINNESOTA WILD RICE SOUP



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This is an update on an old favorite from way up North. This rich and creamy soup is extremely satisfying and completely vegetarian.

Provided by chel79

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup olive oil
¼ cup minced onion
½ cup diced celery
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups vegetable broth
4 cups cooked wild rice
1 cup grated carrot
¼ cup sliced almonds
1 pinch red pepper flakes
2 cups half-and-half
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in garlic, onion, and celery, and cook until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, and cook for 3 minutes more. Pour in the vegetable broth, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in wild rice, carrot, almonds, and red pepper flakes; return to a simmer, and cook until the carrots are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in half and half, and cook until warmed through. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 311.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CHICKEN WILD RICE SOUP



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I'm originally from Minnesota, where wild rice grows in abundance and is very popular in recipes. This creamy chicken and wild rice soup has been part of our Christmas Eve menu for years. To save time, I cook the chicken and wild rice and cut up the vegetables the day before. -Virginia Montmarquet, Riverside, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 quarts chicken broth
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth
3 cups cooked wild rice
2 cups cubed cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes., In Dutch oven, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Whisk in soup and wine. Add rice and chicken; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 807mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

QUICK & EASY CREAMY WILD RICE SOUP



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This is the quickest, easiest Wild Rice Soup recipe I've ever encountered, and it tastes good, too! Simple to finish on the stovetop, and a perfect warm-up meal for winter. Add spices to suit your family's taste; this is a very basic recipe for a nice, creamy, hearty soup. Prep time includes time to make rice.

Provided by WhoKnew

Categories     Winter

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb bacon, sliced and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium onion, minced
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of potato soup
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of celery soup
8 ounces Velveeta cheese (or another 'processed cheese food)
1 quart milk
1 cup milk
1 (6 ounce) box Uncle Bens wild rice, already cooked (NOTE ( I have not tried this with the new "Ready Rice" that is out in some markets but it probably)
salt & pepper
water, as needed, to give desired texture

Steps:

  • STOVETOP DIRECTIONS.
  • In large stockpot, brown bacon and onion. Drain bacon grease if desired.
  • Add all 4 cans of soup, along with all milk.
  • Stir until ingredients are well-combined and bring to a simmer.
  • Add Velveeta cheese to simmering mixture; stir until combined & melted.
  • Add cooked Uncle Bens Wild Rice; stir until combined.
  • Add salt & pepper to taste, as well as any water, to give desired texture.
  • Serve hot with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548.5, Fat 38.7, SaturatedFat 17.7, Cholesterol 99.2, Sodium 2449.8, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 6.7, Protein 19.9

CREAMY WILD RICE SOUP



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Whenever I make this soup in the morning, it's gone by evening! Friends and family alike rave about the unbeatable combination of down-home flavors.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup uncooked wild rice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, diced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 medium carrot, diced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 cup diced fully cooked ham
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute rice in oil over medium heat, for 5 minutes. Add water and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35 minutes (rice will not be completely cooked). Drain, reserving 1-1/2 cups cooking liquid; set rice and liquid aside separately. , In the same kettle, saute the onion, celery and carrot in butter until onion is crisp-tender. Reduce heat; stir in flour and cook until bubbly. Gradually add broth and cooking liquid; stirring constantly. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 2 minutes, stirring constantly or until thickened. Add the cream, ham, rosemary, pepper and reserved rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAM OF WILD RICE SOUP



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Tender cubes of chicken, fresh vegetables and wild rice make this soup hearty enough for a meal. You can't beat the down-home comfort of a warm bowlful. I like to serve it with whole wheat rolls. -J. Beatrice Hintz, Neenah, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, shredded
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 cups cooked wild rice
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1/4 cup minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, carrot and celery in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add broth. Stir in the rice, chicken, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. stir in milk; cook 3-5 minutes longer. Garnish with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKEY WILD RICE SOUP II



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This soup will warm your home and your heart. True Northern comfort food. Save Thanksgiving and Christmas turkey leftovers just so that you can make this yummy soup. I created this recipe using leftovers that I had frozen.

Provided by Galynn

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Turkey Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

⅔ cup uncooked wild rice
2 cups water
6 tablespoons butter
¼ cup finely chopped onion
¼ cup finely chopped celery
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups turkey broth
⅓ cup shredded carrot
2 cups chopped cooked turkey
½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
¼ cup chopped slivered almonds
½ teaspoon lemon juice
¾ cup half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • Bring the wild rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender but not mushy, 40 to 45 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid, fluff the rice with a fork, and cook uncovered 5 minutes more. Set the cooked rice aside.
  • Melt the butter in a soup pot over medium heat. Cook and stir the onion and celery until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour, and cook until it turns a pale yellowish-brown color, 3 to 5 minutes. Gradually whisk in the turkey stock until no lumps of flour remain. Stir in the carrot. Bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook, whisking constantly, until the stock is thick and smooth and the carrot is tender, about 2 more minutes.
  • Stir in the wild rice, turkey, salt, pepper, and almonds. Return to a simmer, and cook 2 more minutes to heat the ingredients. Stir in the lemon juice and half-and-half; bring the soup almost to a boil, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 794.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

CHICKEN WILD RICE SOUP I



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A slight variation on a recipe I received from a fellow Minnesota farm wife. A delicious soup that can also easily be cooked in a slow cooker and freezes well.

Provided by Sue

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Mushroom Soup Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ cup butter
1 finely chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup sliced carrots
½ pound fresh sliced mushrooms
¾ cup all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked wild rice
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon curry powder
½ teaspoon mustard powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons dry sherry
2 cups half-and-half

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the onion, celery and carrots and saute for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and saute for 2 more minutes. Then add the flour and stir well. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly, until all has been added. Bring just to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer.
  • Next, add the rice, chicken, salt, curry powder, mustard powder, parsley, ground black pepper, almonds and sherry. Allow to heat through, then pour in the half-and-half. Let simmer for 1 to 2 hours. (Note: Do not boil or your roux will break.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 97.3 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 32.7 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 1514.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

ELEGANT WILD RICE SOUP



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This is an extremely easy recipe, and fabulous tasting, too. I have been making it for over 6 years and we never tire of it. It's rich, and warms you up on a cold winter day.

Provided by Debra B

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes     Ham Soup

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup wild rice
3 cups water
6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced onion
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
¾ cup minced cooked ham
½ cup shredded carrots
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1 cup half-and-half

Steps:

  • In a pot, bring the wild rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 45 minutes.
  • In a separate pot, melt the butter over medium heat, and saute the onion until tender. Blend in the flour until smooth, and gradually stir in the chicken broth. Stirring constantly, bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and mix in the cooked rice, ham, carrots, and almonds. Continue to cook and stir about 5 minutes, until heated through. Thoroughly blend the half and half into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 54.9 mg, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 328.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

BYERLY'S WILD RICE SOUP



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This wonderful soup recipe, is from my favorite grocery store, located in Minneapolis, MN. I make it using wild rice that has been harvested by hand, thus supporting the Native American's who grow it in Northern MN. There really is a difference.

Provided by dawnie2u

Categories     Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced onion
1/2 cup flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups wild rice, cooked
1/3 cup cooked ham, diced
1/2 cup carrot, finely shredded
3 tablespoons slivered almonds (chopped)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons dry sherry
snipped parsley (for garnish) or chives (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a soup pot.
  • Saute the onion until it is softened.
  • Blend in the flour and then gradually stir in the chicken broth. Stir constantly until it comes to a boil, keep stirring for one more minute.
  • Add wild rice, ham, carrots, almonds, salt and simmer about 5 minutes.
  • Add half-and-half and sherry, heat until just heated through.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or chives.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of wild rice to add depth and flavor to your soup. Black, brown, and red wild rice are all good choices.
  • Toast the wild rice before cooking to bring out its nutty flavor.
  • Use a vegetable broth or water to make your soup vegetarian or vegan.
  • Add your favorite vegetables to the soup, such as carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, or broccoli.
  • Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Wild rice soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its nutty flavor and hearty texture, it is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Experiment with different types of wild rice and vegetables to create your own unique soup recipe.

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