Creamy Portabella Mushroom Soup with Balsamic Drizzle
This delightful portabella mushroom soup is a comforting blend of earthy flavors and creamy texture, perfect for a cozy meal. Slow-cooked to perfection, the mushrooms are lovingly sautéed to develop their rich, umami flavor before being combined with a fragrant mix of garlic and onions. A touch of balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tanginess, while swirling in sour cream creates a velvety finish. Leaving some chunky pieces of mushroom gives the soup an attractive texture and makes it easy to serve. This vegetarian, egg-free, and gluten-free dish is perfect for all occasions and is sure to warm your soul.
4
Servings
170
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 ounce (melted)
portabella mushroom
1 lb (sliced)
garlic cloves
2 (crushed)
onion
1 (finely chopped)
hot vegetable stock
3 cups (heated)
balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons (n/a)
sour cream
1/2 cup (n/a)
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (n/a)
salt
to taste (added after cooking)
Instructions
1
Preheat your slow cooker on the high setting.
2
Melt the butter directly in the slow cooker, then add the chopped onion and crushed garlic.
3
Cover and sweat the onion and garlic mixture for about 40 minutes until soft and fragrant.
4
Add the sliced portabella mushrooms to the cooker, stirring to combine, and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
5
Pour in the hot vegetable stock, followed by the balsamic vinegar and black pepper; stir to mix well.
6
Cover and let the soup cook on high for 4 hours, allowing all flavors to meld together.
7
After cooking, process approximately 2/3 of the soup in a blender until smooth; return it to the slow cooker.
8
Stir in 2/3 of the sour cream, mixing until well incorporated, and heat until piping hot.
9
To serve, ladle the soup into warmed bowls, add a dollop of remaining sour cream, and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Information
12g
Fat
12g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Portabella Mushroom Soup with Balsamic Drizzle?
It is a comforting, slow-cooked soup featuring earthy portabella mushrooms, garlic, and onions, finished with a velvety sour cream base and a tangy balsamic drizzle.
Is this mushroom soup vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is vegetarian.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, the soup is gluten-free.
Does this soup contain eggs?
No, this recipe is egg-free.
What type of mushrooms are used in this recipe?
This recipe specifically uses 1 lb of sliced portabella mushrooms.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 170 calories.
What is the main cooking method used?
The soup is prepared using a slow cooker on the high setting.
How much fat is in one serving of the soup?
There are 12 grams of fat per serving.
What are the protein and carbohydrate counts?
Each serving contains 2.5 grams of protein and 12 grams of carbohydrates.
How long should the onion and garlic sweat in the slow cooker?
They should be cooked for about 40 minutes until soft and fragrant.
How long do the mushrooms cook before adding the stock?
The mushrooms are stirred in and cooked for 10 minutes after the initial onion sweat.
How long does the soup cook after adding the vegetable stock?
The soup cooks on high for 4 hours to let the flavors meld.
What kind of stock should I use?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of hot vegetable stock.
Why is balsamic vinegar added to the soup?
Balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tanginess that complements the earthy mushroom flavor.
How much balsamic vinegar is required?
You will need 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar.
Should I blend the entire soup?
No, you should process approximately 2/3 of the soup to maintain some chunky mushroom pieces for texture.
What dairy product provides the creamy texture?
The creamy finish comes from adding 1/2 cup of sour cream.
How much butter is used for the base?
The recipe uses 1 ounce of melted butter.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
You will need 2 crushed garlic cloves.
What is the preparation for the onion?
The onion should be finely chopped.
When should I add the salt?
Salt should be added to taste after the cooking process is complete.
How much black pepper is included?
The recipe specifies 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
What should I use for a garnish?
You can garnish the soup with a dollop of sour cream and fresh parsley.
Is this soup considered a healthy option?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy, vegetable-based soup.
How much of the sour cream goes into the soup versus the garnish?
Stir 2/3 of the sour cream into the soup and use the remaining 1/3 for dolloping on top.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Vegetable dishes.
How many distinct ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
Does this soup contain fiber information?
The provided data does not specify the fiber content.
Is the vegetable stock added cold?
No, the recipe specifies using hot vegetable stock.