Vegan Soup Recipes | Healthy Vegan Soups (2024)

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A dietitian-designed collection of the best Vegan Soup Recipes for all seasons! From creamy and comforting to brothy and tomato based, this list has all the healthy dairy-free soup recipes you need. Gluten-free options included! These soups freeze great and are kid-friendly.

You know easy vegan recipes hold the key to my heart. This roundup of colorful, crowd pleasing, delicious vegan soup recipes is a must for your one pot recipe repertoire!

How to make healthy vegan soups

It's easier than you think to make amazing plant based soup that tastes just as good as its counterparts

  • Layering flavors. We're talking onion, garlic, super flavorful broth, spices, fresh herbs, more veggies, and SALT! Don't underestimate the power of salt and a squeeze of lemon for brightness. The key to a flavorful soup is slowly building the flavors.
  • Adding umami: A bit of soy sauce, miso, or tomato paste go a long way in adding that savory flavor.
  • Don't skip the fat. Cook the veggies in plenty of extra virgin olive oil for flavor and mouthfeel. Use non-dairy milks or cashew cream to make amazingly creamy soup sans the dairy!

Now break out your pots and slow cookers because we’ve got a whole lot of healthy soup flawlessness at our fingertips!

The best vegan soup recipes

Cashew Cream of Mushroom Soup with Wild Rice (Vegan)

Restaurant-worthy thick and creamy Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup with wild rice! Loaded with veggies and tons of flavor, this is the ultimate cozy cooler-weather meal (it's a Hummusapien community favorite!). Vegans and carnivores alike love this recipe; you'd never believe it's healthy and dairy free.

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Healing Immune Boosting Soup

Coziest Immune Boosting Soup packed with vegetables, greens, turmeric, ginger and garlic. A comforting hug in a bowl you'll crave all winter!

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The Yummiest Vegetable Soup

The best homemade Vegetable Soup, perfect for a healthy lunch! Super comforting, totally packed with veggies, easy to make, and so flavorful. Everyone asks for the recipe!

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5-Minute Creamy Vegan Tomato Soup (no chopping!)

5-Minute Creamy Vegan Tomato Soup made in the blender with only 5 simple ingredients. No chopping or sautéing required for this silky smooth, dairy-free tomato soup using canned tomatoes. This recipe couldn't be easier and it freezes great!

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Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of thick and creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Soup! Packed with veggies, this easy soup makes the ultimate lunch. Dairy free!

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Vegan Lasagna Soup

Vegan Lasagna Soup on the table in 30 minutes and packed with veggies like spinach, zucchini, and cauliflower. With rich tomato sauce and al dente noodles, this simple recipe tastes like hearty lasagna in soup form.

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Amazing Minestrone Soup

The most comforting and hearty classic Minestrone Soup chock full of vegetables, pasta and beans. It tastes even better the next day!

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Lemon Orzo Chickpea Soup

Bright and creamy Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup. A delicious and easy one-pot-meal made with pantry staples and packed with soul-soothing veggies!

Creamy Vegan Tortilla Soup

Amazingly creamy Vegan Tortilla Soup with black beans, poblano peppers, and decadent cheezy flavor. Hearty, filling, and so satisfying!

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Vegan Broccoli Soup

The creamiest, most delicious Vegan Broccoli Soup there ever was. This easy recipe is perfect for cozy lunches. You'd never guess it's healthy and dairy-free!

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Instant Pot Lentil Soup

This cozy lentil soup made in the Instant Pot (electric pressure cooker) is a hearty, soul soothing lunch or dinner. Packed with plant protein and veggies! Stovetop option included. Gluten free, vegan, and freezer friendly.

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Golden French Lentil Soup

With protein-packed lentils, vegetables, and warming spices, this luxuriously creamy Golden French Lentil Soup is truly a meal in a bowl!

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Vegan Corn Chowder with Quinoa

Comforting and creamy Vegan Corn Chowder with Quinoa makes a hearty and filling soup any time of year! This soup comes together in no time and makes great leftovers. Easy Instant Pot instructions as well! Gluten-free.

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Creamy Vegetable Pasta Soup

Oh so comforting thick and creamy Vegetable Pasta Soup-- a super easy and nourishing meal on the table in 25 minutes! Dairy free.

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Creamy Healthy Potato Soup (veggie-loaded!)

Healthy Potato Soup is super creamy, comforting and made with good for you ingredients like kale, carrots and cashews. You'd never guess it has no milk, cheese or butter!

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Glowing Carrot Ginger Soup

This healthy Glowing Carrot Ginger Soup is super easy, comforting, and loaded with warming spices. Vegan and gluten-free!

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Crockpot Mushroom, Barley, & Lentil Soup

Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup with lentils made in the slow cooker! Packed with veggies and simple to make.

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Vegan Soup Recipes | Healthy Vegan Soups (18)
Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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  1. PAT says

    BEST SOUP RECIPES EVER. I MIGHT TRY ALL OF THEM. THANK YOU PAT

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    • Alexis Joseph says

      You're the best, Pat!

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  2. Jer says

    I make this soup every winter. It's so flavorful and hearty!!

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  3. Scott says

    We ran a small cafe that featured made from scratch soup that was very popular but I must say the fact that people think soup is seasonal is just plain silly. SOUP ALL YEAR !!

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    • Alexis Joseph says

      Agree!

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    • Gregory Vatistas says

      I also think soup is an all yr food. Greg

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  4. Melissa says

    For your crockpot mushroom, barley, and lentil soup, could you do it on the stove instead of a crock pot just by sauteeing the vegetables first, then adding everything to the pot to simmer for awhile? I don't have a crockpot, but I'd love to make that recipe.

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  5. Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} says

    I live on soup from now until about April, so I'll be making a number of these soon!! Thanks for including my recipe, too.

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  6. Heidi Kokborg says

    Soup is the best food during this time of year! All of these soups look really delicious!

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  7. Brittany says

    Oh man those Chicken Soup for the Soul books... I know I had at least two! I LOVE all these soup recipes and thank for you including my butternut squash and lentil soup. <3

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  8. lynn @ the actor's diet says

    Still slightly warm in LA but I'm so excited for soup weather!!!

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  9. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

    The intro for this was perfect! Who needs chicken when you've got 25 Vegan Soup for the Soul...and for the body. 🙂

    Thank you so much for including me, love! xo

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  10. Vicky @ Avocdo Pesto says

    So many incredible recipes here!! Love soup! Thanks for including my recipe : ))

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  11. She Rocks Fitness says

    Pinned this on my Chili and Soup boards, because I need to start making more soups...Thanks for sharing and Happy Friday...XOXO

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  12. Ashley says

    Yay for soup season!! I can't get enough! And thank you for including my recipe! 🙂

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  13. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

    Omg YUM! I can't get enough soup. That might be one of my favorite things about the colder months, haha. I can't wait to give some of these a try!

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  14. Emilie @ Emilie Eats says

    ALL of these are going on my to-cook list this fall/winter! There isn't anything better than a hearty bowl of soup.

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  15. Alissa says

    LOVE this! Delicious soups are the best thing about fall! Thank you so much for including my creamy kale soup!!

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  16. Peggy Pepper says

    Love your site, recipes and your personality.....smart, smart-ass, upbeat vibe. I can hear your voice!

    Love these soup recipes but HATE all these ads.

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  17. lindsay Cotter says

    plant based party in my mouth! 😉

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Vegan Soup Recipes | Healthy Vegan Soups (2024)

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What is the healthiest soup you can eat? ›

6 delicious and healthy soups
  • Chicken Vietnamese Pho.
  • Green spring minestrone.
  • Herb and yoghurt-based soup.
  • Lamb shank and barley soup.
  • Pumpkin soup with star croutons.
  • Lentil and vegetable soup with crusty bread.
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What is the number one soup in the world? ›

According to the Taste Atlas Awards, the international food database, the Filipino favorite, Sinigang, is hailed as the best soup in the world.

What is the secret ingredient in soup? ›

It may sound a bit strange and unusual for some, but vinegar is a common ingredient in some soup recipes, and there is a good reason for it. If you think about it, vinegar is really a flavor-enhancer (umami). That's why it is so often used in cooking, sauces, and salad dressings. The same is true with soups.

What is the best soup when not feeling good? ›

Chicken Noodle Soup

Let's start with a classic comfort food! Not only does homemade chicken noodle soup taste great, but chicken broth is known to help any cold. Hot chicken soup can relieve a sore throat and stimulate nasal clearance.

Which soup is good to reduce belly fat? ›

5 Best Soups That Will Help To Burn Belly Fat
  • Vegetable soup. Lean protein from chicken combined with a variety of vegetables can make a satisfying and low-calorie soup that can help you feel full and satisfied.
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  • Tomato soup.
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What are the most unhealthy soups? ›

Just avoid these five soups listed below, and swap them out for the healthier alternatives we've provided:
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  • Broccoli and cheese soup. ...
  • Mushroom and barley soup. ...
  • Lumberjackie soup. ...
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Why do Chinese eat so much soup? ›

Sweet soups such as tong sui are enjoyed for their aroma, mouthfeel, and aftertaste. Many soups are eaten and drunk as much for their flavour as for their health benefits and touted for their purported revitalizing or invigorating effects.

What soup has the most benefits? ›

Vegetable soup is one of the best soups to eat. Vegetable soup is made with potatoes, carrots, onions, green beans and green peas. The combined nutrition of each vegetable adds a great number of vitamins and minerals to your diet. Potatoes are a good source of potassium and carrots provide beta carotene.

What is the oldest soup? ›

In Krung Thep Maha Nakhon (Bangkok), there is an award-winning restaurant called Wattana Panich, where you can order and then eat a beef and goat soup that is 49 years old.

Why put apple cider vinegar in soup? ›

Add a splash or two of ACV when the soup is done cooking. The vinegar helps lift and highlight flavors.

What makes homemade soup taste better? ›

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  7. Add Fresh Herbs or Dairy When Serving.

What soup is easiest on the stomach? ›

Chicken soup is a staple for upset stomachs for a reason. It provides vitamins, protein and other nutrients, and it can help keep you hydrated. You don't need to use a lot of different ingredients to get the benefits either. This basic chicken soup recipe can help you feel better in no time.

Why does Chinese soup make you feel better? ›

Gentle on the stomach and soothing for the digestive system, Chinese soups contribute to gut comfort in more ways than one. The warm broth aids digestion, while the carefully chosen herbs may have properties that promote a healthy gut microbiome.

Is any canned soup healthy? ›

While canned soups can be a convenient meal option, it's important to be mindful of their nutritional aspects. Making healthier choices by selecting low-sodium, low-fat, and organic options, adding fresh or frozen vegetables, and opting for BPA-free cans can enhance the nutritional quality of canned soups.

What soup has the most nutritional value? ›

Bone broth-based soups

Bone broth has regained popularity due to its highly nutritious nature. It's made by simmering bones, which produces a broth filled with the bones' nutrients, including calcium, magnesium, and collagen — the most abundant protein in your body ( 29 , 30 ).

Can you be healthy just eating soup? ›

A delicious bowl of hot soup loaded up with protein and vegetables can be a healthy addition to any eating plan. But a diet that eliminates healthy food groups is generally not recommended for sustainable weight loss or wellness.

Is canned soup a healthy choice? ›

Canned foods typically get a bad rap for being too processed or high in sodium, but canned soups can be a nutritious source of vegetables and lean protein. While a can of soup doesn't scream "satisfying meal," with a few key additions, you can hack a can of soup into a meal that hits the spot.

Can instant soup be healthy? ›

Many instant soups are made as health foods and are made to become a healthy part of your diet. That said, there are many instant soups that are not healthy. Some brands contain a high amount of sodium. While a pack or two of these noodles won't harm you, having them on a regular basis can have negative effects.

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