Healthy Soup Recipes - The Plant Based School (2024)

1. Lentil vegetable soup

We start this list with a healthy lentil vegetable soup with spinach, tomatoes, and cumin.

It’s a 30–minute dinner idea with vitamins, minerals, and fiber that can help promote digestive health and support overall well–being.

2. Black bean Soup

Black beans are rich in fiber and protein and provide a hearty essence to soups while providing sustained all-day energy.

The black beans add abold, earthy, and almost meaty flavor, and they pack the recipe with protein and antioxidants that will make you feel nourished and healthy.

3. Potato leek soup

Indulge in this comforting potato leek soup, made a little lighter with a dollop of Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

The wholesome twist of yogurt adds tanginess to your soup and transforms it into a light, healthy dinner option. It pairs perfectly with a slice of toasted sourdough bread on the side.

4. Tuscan bean soup

If you ever wondered how to use white beans in a soup, here is your answer: rustic Tuscan bean soup with Italian herbs.

Usekale,chard, andsavoycabbageas leafy greens, and cook it inless than 45 minutes to store it in the refrigerator for several days.

5. Broccoli soup

Broccoli is a fiber–rich and healthy ingredient for a creamy soup. This vibrant green dish is tasty and nourishing without adding cheddar or cream.

With onlyseven ingredientsand in about30 minutes, you can make thebest broccoli soupyou’ve ever had.

6. Chickpea soup

Make a healthy, tasty soup in 30 minutes with canned chickpeas, tomato puree, and fresh thyme.

Our chickpea soup recipe isrich in fiber,plant protein,heart-healthy fats, andantioxidantsfrom rosemary and vegetables.

7. Italian lentil soup

Italian lentil soup is acreamy,hearty, andcomfortingmealthat is easy to make and perfect to make ahead.

You can serve it with aslice of toasted breadand grated parmesan on top or leave the dairy out; it’s still outstanding and excellent as a vegan lentil soup.

8. Split pea soup

Split peas are a healthy legume andone of the cheapest sources of protein

This split pea soup with spinach takes little time, especially compared to other legumes, and tastes delicious. Make it in approximately 45 minutes,and enjoy a delicious, nutritious, easy weeknight meal.

9. Carrot ginger soup

Here is how to make a healthy soup with carrots and ginger. Carrot soupiseasy,creamy,tasty, andwarming, thanks toroasted carrots,ginger, andcumin.

It’s perfect as a delicious appetizer, ahealthy dinner, or to make ahead for aquick and nourishing lunch.

10. Creamy kale soup

Leafy greens and beans are an excellent combination of whole food and a healthy soup dinner.

Kale is a superfood; when you mix it with nutritiouswhite beans,veggies,and herbs, it is the best remedy againstwinter blues and cold winter days.

11. Asparagus soup

We useno butter or creamfor this velvety, creamy asparagus soup. Instead,we add frozen green peasfor extra protein and thickness.

Serve this spring-friendly soup withcroutons,focaccia, andgremolatafor guests you want to impress.

12. Butternut squash soup

Here is how to make a healthy roasted butternut squash soup at home. It’s easy, wholesome, and a much better result than theultra-processedstore-bought version.

With our“bake and blend” technique, you can make this recipe withminimal effort and maximum flavor.

13. Cauliflower soup

A homemade cauliflower soupis an easy way of incorporatingmore veggiesinto your diet as it’squick to make and tastes delicious.

This soup has acreamy, buttery textureand amellow nutty and cheesy taste, although there’s no cheese in it.

14. Tofu soup

You’ll love this Asian–inspired tofu soup because it’s tasty,very healthy, and balanced with protein, vegetables, and fats.

It’s also fast, easy, customizable, simple to make gluten-free if needed, andperfect as an everyday meal.

15. Sweet potato soup

Sweet potatoes make soups creamy, delicious, and cozy.

Make this sweet potato soup for a family dinner, a colorful appetizer, a delicious main, or a tasty side dish. It’s a wholesome and dairy-free soup dish for the whole family.

16. Eggplant soup

Eggplant soup is an excellent healthy dinner idea as it’seasy to make, light, smooth, nutritious, tasty, and versatile.

We make it byroasting eggplants,tomatoes, andgarlicin the oven until soft and slightly caramelized. Once blended, it’s an Italian–inspired soup that is light in calories and rich in flavor.

17. Pasta e fa*gioli soup

Ourpasta e fa*giolisoup is an Italian dinner favorite, mixing beans,ditalini pasta, and arich tomato broth.

The combination of pasta and beans providesplenty of wholesome plant protein to help youstay satiatedandfulfilledfor several hours.

18. Zucchini soup

This green and healthy zucchini soup isbest served warmas an appetizer, quick lunch, or light dinner.

You can top it withhomemade croutons, or if you want a little more protein, try it withcannellini beanstossed in olive oil and parsley orpan-fried tofu.

19. Kabocha squash soup

Homemade kabocha squash soupis a great way to increase your intake ofnutritious and vitamin-rich veggies.

This creamy soup will make you feelcozy and satiated andboost your immune systemto prepare for the winter days ahead.

20. Red lentil soup

Thisred lentil soup recipe has it all.It’s tasty, creamy, comforting, wholesome, and nutritious.

It’s perfect forautumn or winterweeknight dinners as it’seasy to makewith a fewpantry staples, and it only needs to simmer for about20 minutes.

21. Chickpea stew

Here is a veggie–packed and creamy chickpea soup with sweet potatoes and leafy greens.

It’s a flavorful, creamy, nourishinghome-cooked mealthat is hard to beat. The whole family will love it, and you can freeze it for a meal–prep–friendly dinner.

22. Vegetable curry

Making a healthy vegetable curry soup is easy and one of our favorite ways of making aveggie-packed dinner with bursting flavor.

You’ll love this recipe because it’sready in about 30 minutes, you can make it with your favorite fresh or frozen veggies, and leftovers keep well for several days.

23. Pasta e Ceci

You’ll love this pasta e ceci because it’s easy to make inone potand 30 minuteswith simple and affordablepantry staples.

It’s a healthy plant–based meal that is vegan and vegetarian-friendly, and dairy-free too.

24. Sweet potato chili

The creaminess and flavors of this healthy and creamy one-pot sweet potato chili blew us away.

It has quickly become one of ourfavorite make-ahead dinnersas it keeps in the fridge for days.

25. Vegetable soup

We end this list of healthy soups with a quick and comforting vegetable soup.

You’ll love this vegetable souprecipe because it’s soeasy to make, tasty, and perfect for meal prep as it keeps in the fridge for several days.

This recipe is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, lactose-free, and dairy-free.

How to store healthy soups

Make ahead:these are excellent recipes as they keep well in the fridge for 3 – 4 days. The soups will taste better on the second and third days.

Refrigerator:let the soups cool down at room temperature, then transfer them into an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezer:let the soups cool down completely, transfer them into a freezer-friendly container, and freeze for up to 3 months.

Thaw:defrost the soups in the refrigerator over several hours or in the microwave.

Reheat:reheat in the microwave for 3 to 4 minutes or in a pot on the stovetop with additional water. Reheat the portions you will eat only; try not to reheat them multiple times.