Creamy Roasted Mushroom Soup

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This Creamy Roasted Mushroom Soup is comfort food that genuinely loves your body back. Mushrooms are one of nature’s most powerful superfoods — packed with B vitamins, selenium, beta-glucans that support immune function, and a meaty, satisfying umami depth that makes this soup feel indulgent without the guilt. Roasting them first amplifies everything that makes mushrooms magical.

The Superfood Benefits of Mushrooms

• Beta-glucans in mushrooms are proven to support and modulate the immune system
• Rich in B vitamins including B2, B3, and B5 for energy metabolism
• Excellent source of selenium, a powerful antioxidant mineral
• Low calorie but highly satiating and full of umami satisfaction
• Adaptogenic properties — certain varieties support stress response

Ingredients

• 2 lbs cremini, portobello, or shiitake mushrooms (or a mix)
• 1 onion, quartered
• 6 cloves garlic, unpeeled
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 3/4 cup coconut cream or light cream
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs and a swirl of cream to garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread mushrooms, onion, and garlic on a sheet pan.
2. Drizzle with olive oil, season, add thyme. Roast 25–30 minutes until deeply golden.
3. Squeeze garlic from skins. Transfer everything (saving a few mushrooms for garnish) to a pot.
4. Add broth and soy sauce/coconut aminos. Simmer 10 minutes.
5. Blend until completely smooth. Stir in cream. Simmer 5 more minutes. Season.
6. Serve garnished with reserved mushrooms and fresh thyme.

Healthy Tips

• Use coconut cream for a dairy-free version rich in healthy medium-chain triglycerides
• Coconut aminos instead of soy sauce is lower in sodium and gluten-free
• Add 1/2 cup white beans to the blender for extra plant protein
• Use shiitake or maitake mushrooms for their specific immune-modulating beta-glucan content
• Serve in smaller bowls as a nutrient-dense first course to any meal

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with whole grain sourdough for a fiber-rich, satisfying meal
• Pair with a protein source like grilled tofu or poached chicken for completeness
• Serve in small cups as a warm, nourishing starter before a salad
• Pour into a thermos for a warming, nourishing lunch to go
• Top with toasted pumpkin seeds for a healthy crunch and extra minerals

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