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Easy healthy Mushroom Soup recipe

Velvety Mushroom Soup

A creamy, comforting mushroom soup with rich flavors, smooth texture, and simple ingredients. Perfect as a starter or light meal.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American, European
Servings 4

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gSugar: 4g

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g fresh mushrooms button or cremini, sliced
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • 3 cups 720 ml vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk or cream (for extra creaminess, use half-and-half)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 teaspoons fresh thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnish: fresh parsley or a drizzle of cream

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant (about 3–4 minutes).
  • Add sliced mushrooms and thyme. Cook until mushrooms release their moisture and become golden (about 5–6 minutes).
  • Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. If using a regular blender, blend in batches, then return to the pot.
  • Stir in milk or cream and warm the soup gently. Do not boil once cream is added. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or a drizzle of cream. Enjoy with crusty bread or croutons.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, use olive oil instead of butter and plant-based milk.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months.
  • Add a splash of white wine when cooking mushrooms for extra depth.
Keyword homemade appetizer, homemade soup, soup recipe, vegetarian recipe
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