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The ultimate healthy soups recipe round-up! 35 Healthy and Delicious Winter Soup Recipes to Keep you warm all season long! Grab your bowls because it’s time to chow.
This round-up was a long time coming. By now you should know that I love soup. Honestly we should change this blog to The Soup Maven. At this point I have over 40 healthy soups on the blog!
But why is soup so good in the winter? Of course soup is great to help warm you up in the winter, but winter soups are also a great source of vegetables, protein and grains – all in one! More often then not you can throw everything into a pot, add some spices and simmer it and you’ve got a delicious big batch meal full of flavor. I mean how could you not love a good chicken noodle soup?!
What Soups Are The Healthiest?
There actually isn’t a world’s #1 healthiest soup – mainly because everyone has a different definition of health! Some might say that bone broth or chicken stock as the base would be the healthiest but someone who is vegan might prefer plant-based ingredients.
Generally, if there’s lots of vegetables, it’s probably good for you! Look for soups that are packed full of veggies like kale, carrots, peppers, broccoli, even garlic and onion! Personally, I think this healthy vegetable soup is a really great option!
You’ll also likely want a soup that has some form of protein. Chicken soup or lentil soup for a vegan option. Sausage, white beans, black beans and even split pea soup can all be great sources of protein too!
What’s The Difference Between Healthy Soups and Stews?
How about the difference between soups and stews? This really comes down to consistency. Soups tend to have more liquid whereas stews are cooked down to a thicker consistency. I consider a stew a soup but a soup is not a stew. Many stews tend to be tomato based and have heartier veggies like potatoes, corn or squash. But not always!
From vegan to gluten-free to slow cooker and Instant Pot (and just about everything else in between) here are the best healthy soups to keep you warm all winter long.
35 Healthy Soup Recipes
Tuscan White Bean Soup [White Bean Ribollita]
This filling Tuscan White Bean Soup is packed with vegetables and flavor for a fun twist on a classic italian Ribolitta recipe. It’s gluten-free and vegan and made in one-pot for easy prep and clean-up.
Ginger Carrot Soup
This delicious Ginger Carrot Soup recipe made from roasted carrots and freshly minced ginger makes a flavorful and healthy vegan soup recipe without all the gimmicks! Allow carrots to shine with the kick of ginger for a healthy spin on classic carrot ginger soup.
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
This creamy roasted cauliflower soup is packed full of delicious flavor and a healthy serving of veggies! Cauliflower is roasted to perfection, blended with garlic and herbs and mixed together with savory sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for those cold winter nights!
Thai Curry Carrot Lentil Soup
Warm up from the inside out with this flavorful Thai Curry Carrot Lentil Soup. A filling soup recipe to enjoy for lunch or dinner with plenty of plant-based protein and a full serving of veggies!
My Go-To Healing Bowl
Feeling a little under the weather or in need of a good immune-boost for cold and flu season? This is my go-to healing bowl full of healthy ingredients like mushrooms, miso, chicken broth and veggies.
Chicken Wild Rice Soup
This rich and creamy chicken and wild rice soup is a yummy meal for cool winter nights or hearty fall lunches. Made with shredded chicken, whole grain wild rice and veggies this nutritious soup will quickly become a family favorite!
Chicken Enchilada Soup
Cozy up with a big bowl of this chicken enchilada soup! It’s packed-full of flavor and nutritious ingredients and can be made in a big batch that the whole family will enjoy. This enchilada soup recipe can be made on the stove top or in the slow cooker or Instant Pot. There’s options for everybody!
Instant Pot Lentil Soup
Enjoy an easy and hearty dinner ASAP with this Instant Pot Lentil Soup Recipe. This vegan and gluten-free soup is packed full of nutrition but doesn’t skimp on flavor. Your whole family will love it!
Split Pea Soup
This creamy and hearty Healthy Split Pea Soup is packed full of vegetables and plant-based protein for a delicious meal in one! A healthy vegan soup recipe ready in 40 minutes or less.
Acorn Squash Soup
s healthy, autumn Roasted Acorn Squash Soup is sweet and savory with a lightly roasted flavor to make a delicious, filling and vegan fall recipe for the whole family. It’s the best of fall, in a bowl!
Instant Pot Bone Broth
Boost your immune system and get an extra dose of collagen with this easy-to-make tutorial for Instant Pot Bone Broth. Learn how to make bone broth in your pressure cooker using food scraps and leftover ingredients to give your food a second life!
Vegetable Soup w/ Garlicky Croutons
Spring has arrived and with it comes an abundance of seasonal produce! Use those fresh veggies in this Spring Vegetable Soup topped with Garlicky Croutons for a new soup favorite as the seasons turn.
Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Comfort food at its finest with this easy, healthy and flavorful Roasted Tomato Basil Soup. Simple ingredients and simple instructions are all you need for a warm bowl of this delicious soup recipe.
Mushroom Millet Soup
Try out a new grain with this Mushroom Millet Soup. With gluten-free millet and creamy mushrooms, this vegetarian soup makes for a complete meal or a hearty appetizer for your next dinner!
Root Vegetable Dal
This easy Weeknight Root Vegetable Dal Recipe is the perfect answer to dinner this week. It’s easily customizable based on what you have on hand and makes a hearty, vegetarian soup recipe full of nourishing ingredients!
Curried Thai Coconut Ramen with Shrimp
This Curried Thai Coconut Ramen with Shrimp is zesty and spicy with a protein boost from the shrimp and whole-grain, gluten-free noodles. A bone-warming soup recipe that comes together in 40 minutes.
Tuscan Lentil Kale Soup
A vegetarian meal-in-one, this Tuscan Lentil Kale Soup will keep you full for hours while also nourishing your body with plants! The perfect comforting bowl for a winter weeknight dinner or easy lunch.
Minestrone Soup
A one-pot meal, ready in 40 minutes with this Healthy Minestrone Soup! This gluten and dairy-free soup is packed-full of veggies and protein for a filling and delicious weekday lunch or dinner recipe.
Vegetarian Tortilla Soup Recipe
Swap the chicken for quinoa in this healthy Vegetarian Tortilla Soup Recipe! Quinoa is high in fiber and protein and makes a great non-meat alternative in this spicy Mexican soup.
Chicken Poblano Soup
You won’t want to skip on this hearty and delicious chicken poblano soup made with freshly roasted poblano peppers, corn and shredded chicken in a flavorful southwestern broth. Easy prep and storage so you have soup for days!
Chicken Lentil Soup
Looking for a filling and flavorful chicken lentil soup recipe? This delicious soup is packed full of veggies, spices and a great protein boost from chicken and lentils.
The Ultimate Immune-Boosting Soup
Feeling under the weather? Kick that cold or flu to the curb with the ultimate immune-boosting soup. Packed full of vitamins and minerals from delicious ingredients like turmeric, kale and bok choy in a mushroom broth for a healthy vegetarian soup recipe.
Moroccan Chickpea and Couscous Soup
Souper Sunday returns with this Moroccan Chickpea and Couscous Soup! A one pot meal full of zesty and sweet moroccan spices, hearty couscous and a chickpea protein boost. Perfect for lazy winter day when you’re craving a flavorful bowl of soup.
Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Crispy Bacon
This Creamy Cauliflower Soup with Crispy Bacon is comfort food at its finest. But we’ve ditched the cream for the smooth sweetness of coconut milk, which pairs perfectly with the crunchy bacon bits sprinkled on top. This is not your average soup recipe!
Vegetarian Pho Recipe
A Healthy Vegetarian Pho recipe with a flavorful and nutritious mushroom broth. This veggie-packed meal will make you ditch the takeout and whip up this Vietnamese classic at home for a vegan pho recipe the whole family will love.
Vegetable Soup Recipe
Too often is soup overlooked for its detoxing abilities and delicious flavor. Ditch the salads this season and reach for a bowl of this healthy vegetable soup recipe! Bring on the healthful goodness with this delicious & hearty soup detox!
Curried Cauliflower and Lentil Soup
A healthy vegetarian recipe for Curried Cauliflower and Lentil Soup, this dish will quickly become a lunch staple. Just whip up a pot at the beginning of the week and have healthy meals for days!
Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup
A healthy vegetarian soup recipe, this mushroom and wild rice soup is the perfect dish to keep on hand for cold winter nights! It’s hearty, filling and packed-full of flavor. Plus it requires just 7 ingredients!
Chicken Pozole [Pozole Verde]
This chicken pozole is a take on traditional Mexican stew with a tangy twist. Featuring white hominy, tomatillos, cilantro and green chiles this pozole verde makes for a delicious weeknight soup or weekend delight.
Healthy Chicken Pho with Zucchini Noodles
Homemade Vietnamese Pho soup that’s been healthified with zucchini noodles and packed-full of veggies. Don’t be intimidated, this Healthy Chicken Pho with Zucchini Noodles is a lot easier than you think!
Dairy-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup
Replace dairy with soaked and blended chickpeas for this hearty and creamy dairy-free “cream” of mushroom soup recipe.
Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup
A sweet and zesty soup with the flavours of fall from butternut squash and sweet potato. This soup will keep
Hearty Lentil & Swiss Chard Soup
A comforting bowl of Hearty Lentil and Swiss Chard Soup can warm up your body and soul through the fall and winter months. The perfect healthy soup recipe!
Mushroom Barley Soup
This classic mushroom barley soup recipe is packed full of delicious ingredients and is loaded with comforting and hearty flavors. It’s the perfect nutritious meal-in-one for the fall and winter months!
Slow-Cooker Chicken Soup
The easiest chicken soup you’ll ever make! Just throw a whole chicken into a slow cooker and top with veggies for a full meal-in-one.
Ohhhhh it’s definitely one of my favorite things to get at cafes like Corner Bakery and Panera!!! 😀 Now I really want chicken noodle…like, bad…haha. I would like to see clam chowder with a healthy twist! I don’t know how one could make it taste legit with less fat and all that jazz but I’m sure it’s quite possible 🙂
YESSS I’m definitely a soup person! I’m planning on making chicken-less noodle soup sometime next week, and want to whip up French onion sometime soon as well.
I’ve always liked soup, but I started loving it last year during my internship when I had to do a lot of meal prep on weekends – soups was my lifesaver!
Have fun in SF girly!
You should make a gazpacho for those of us melting.
have a blast my amazing BB. You deserve it.
I am really not all that creative with soup so a recipe roundup is very much appreciated! Soup is one of those things I keep wanting to get into but never seem to, kind of like yoga 🙂 Curried tomato soup sounds really interesting.
Awkward time to mention that soup and yoga are basically my fav things?! LOL!!! Come hang and I’ll get you hooked on both 😉