Creamy Mushroom Soup
This easy, healthy creamy mushroom soup is rich in flavor and made without dairy or gluten, perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking for a lighter, plant-based option.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1-2 tablespoon butter divided into ½ tablespoon pieces
- 1 medium onion or 3 small shallots diced
- 2 lbs mushrooms, cleaned and diced white button, crimini or baby bella
- 3-4 sprigs thyme
- 2 teaspoon sea salt divided
- pepper per taste
- 4 cups water, veggie or chicken stock
- 1 - 13.5 oz coconut milk
- ½ lime, juiced
- parsley, chives or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Add oil, enough to coat bottom and about ½ tablespoon of butter.
- Add onion or shallot and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir with spatula to prevent burning.
- Add the mushrooms to the pan in batches as you chop them. They will release a lot of liquid, so allow time to evaporate, which could take about 10 minutes. If the mushrooms are not browning and there is still too much liquid, increase the heat slightly. Add more oil or butter if needed. Stir in the fresh thyme and season with 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper(optional - adjusting to taste).
- Next, add your liquid of choice and bring the mixture to a simmer or a soft boil. Season with the remaining salt and let it cook, covered, for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Finally, stir in the coconut milk, and juice from half a lime and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with some fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil. For an extra touch, add some pan seared mushrooms.
Notes
- Wash the mushrooms right before using, and dry them with a paper towel or a kitchen towel.
- Reserve some browned / pan-seared mushrooms aside for garnish.
- Work in batches as you chop and saute the mushrooms. Allow time for them to brown, and let most of the liquid evaporate.
- For a vegan/dairy-free version - omit butter and just use olive oil, or sub with vegan butter.