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)

FAQs

What is the healthiest soup to eat on a diet? ›

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.
Apr 26, 2020

Is vegan soup good for you? ›

Vegetable soups having a lot of water in it nourishes the body cells and keeps the skin fresh. The presence of carbohydrates, proteins, fats as well as vitamins and minerals supply the much-needed energy to the body to carry out other activities.

Which soup is more healthy? ›

The chicken soup is one of the healthiest soups when you're sick due to the anti-inflammatory healing properties. Chicken soup also has high amounts of vitamins such as A, B6 and C because it is made from chicken broth that contains vegetables like carrots, celery and onions.

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.

Which soup is better for weight loss? ›

Green veggie soup

Green vegetables are rich in fiber, which helps in faster weight loss. Ghee, butter, palm oil, are to be used. Just a pinch of salt to the broth can be added as more of it will result in water retention. Additionally, tofu can be added to veg soup.

Can you lose weight with eating a bowl of soup daily? ›

Souping can be an effective way to lose weight if it's done correctly. Eating soup every day as part of a balanced and healthy diet can help you reduce your overall calorie intake and increase your intake of vegetables, fiber, and nutrients, which can lead to weight loss.

Is it OK to eat homemade soup everyday? ›

What Experts Say. "The concept of eating soup to lose weight has spanned decades, but experts say an all-soup diet lacks nutrients and is not sustainable. They do agree it can be smart to eat vegetable-packed soups for some meals, though, as these are filling, nutrient-dense, and low in calories."

Is it OK to eat vegetable soup everyday? ›

"Veggie-packed soup is great for your gut in more ways than one," says Maggie Michalczyk, RDN. "It adds more fiber to the diet, which is great for digestion and satiety, and many vegetables commonly found in soups like leeks and onions contain prebiotic fiber that can help feed the good bacteria in the gut."

Can I drink vegetable soup everyday? ›

There is no harm in eating soup every day as long as it is part of a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods. However, it is important to make sure that the soup you are eating is not high in salt, fat, or added sugars. It is also important to pay attention to portion sizes.

What is the unhealthiest soup? ›

The 5 Worst Soups for Weight Loss (and 5 to Try Instead)
  • Clam chowder. Anything with the word "chowder" in it is probably going to be high in cream, fat, and calories. ...
  • Potato soup. ...
  • Lobster bisque. ...
  • Chili. ...
  • Broccoli and cheese soup. ...
  • Mushroom and barley soup. ...
  • Lumberjackie soup. ...
  • Chilled soups.
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What is the No 1 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 are the healthiest vegetables to put in soup? ›

Veggies That Make Healthy, Tasty Soups
  • Cucumber. 1/14. This nutritious veggie is one of the ingredients in the cold soup called gazpacho. ...
  • Butternut Squash. 2/14. ...
  • Lentils. 3/14. ...
  • Broccoli. 4/14. ...
  • Potatoes. 5/14. ...
  • Mushrooms. 6/14. ...
  • Fresh Spring Peas. 7/14. ...
  • Dried Split Peas. 8/14.

Why do you 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.

Why do you put vinegar in vegetable soup? ›

A dash of vinegar enhances flavor

Peterson said, "When you're tasting and it appears that the flavors in a recipe are refusing to focus, a little vinegar will often do the trick." The Kitchn concurs that vinegar is a "one ingredient" fix when your soup does not meet your taste bud's expectations. But don't overdo it.

What makes homemade soup taste better? ›

Use fresh, good quality ingredients like vegetables and herbs. Add a little bit of vinegar or lemon juice to your soup to make it taste better. Use a high-quality broth or stock as a base for your soup. Roast or caramelize your vegetables before adding them to your soup to bring out their natural sweetness.

Is there a soup diet to lose weight? ›

Broth-based soup diets generally last for 7 days. However, some can last as long as 10–14 days. Over that time, proponents of a broth-based diet claim you can lose up to 10 or even 20 pounds (4.5 to 9 kg). On a broth-based soup diet, cream-based soups are restricted, as they're higher in calories and fat.

Which soup has the least calories? ›

Soup broths have the fewest calories, as they also have the fewest ingredients. Other soups low in calories include chicken noodle, egg drop soup, vegetable soup, and wonton soup. Different recipes affect the caloric content of any of these soups.

Are canned soup good for weight loss? ›

Because soup is rich in fiber (if you get the ones packed with veggies) and contains a high amount of water, its going to help you feel full and stay full. So use soup to help to reduce your calorie intake, and eat other foods thatll supplement the soup like a salad or a meat.

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