Description
Creamy Mushroom Pastina Soup is a comforting plant-based soup featuring earthy mushrooms, tender pastina pasta, and a smooth, velvety texture from plant-based cream. This flavorful and easy-to-make recipe is perfect for chilly days or any time you crave a nourishing, warm meal that comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 100g smoked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Mushrooms
- 250g assorted mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, button), sliced
Liquids and Seasonings
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Pasta and Cream
- 1/2 cup pastina
- 3/4 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Fresh Herbs and Final Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Base: Heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the smoked turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside. Add chopped onions and garlic to the same pot, sautéing until soft and fragrant to build a savory foundation.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the assorted mushrooms to the pot and cook until they release their moisture and begin to brown, intensifying their earthy flavor.
- Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour in the vegetable broth, apple cider vinegar (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Bring to a gentle simmer to allow the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the Pastina and Plant-Based Cream: Add the pastina and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Gently fold in the plant-based cream and natural gelling agent to create a creamy texture without heaviness.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs and Season: Turn off the heat and stir in fresh thyme and parsley. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting until perfectly balanced.
Notes
- Use fresh mushrooms for the best flavor and texture; avoid canned varieties.
- Do not overcook the pastina as it cooks quickly and can become mushy.
- Consider sautéing ingredients separately to develop deeper, layered flavors.
- A splash of apple cider vinegar (natural) brightens the soup and balances the richness.
- Fold in the plant-based cream gently at the end to maintain a silky texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Creamy Mushroom Soup, Pastina Soup, Plant-Based Soup, Comfort Food, Gluten Free Soup