25 Best Vegetable Soup Recipes That Are Full of Color and Flavor
Good for the body and soul.
Soup is a lifesaver for weeknight dinners or quick lunches—and not only because of the soul-restoring warmth! Some of the best soup recipes are often one-pot meals, require very little prep time, and you can store the soups for days after prepping. Many actually get better with age! A frozen soup is the best option for those nights you simply don't want to cook. While beef and bean chili is definitely a tasty winter choice, sometimes you want a soup that's a bit lighter, a bit healthier, and, well, a bit less meaty.
That's where all these vegetable soup recipes come in: These recipes allow flavorful, earthy vegetables to be the star of the show, but they're not necessarily meat-free. Yes, there are vegetarian and vegan options, and plenty of recipes that can be tweaked for dietary restrictions. But many use just a little bit of meat to help elevate the other flavors. Look at Ree Drummond's beloved "perfect" potato soup! Silky potatoes are balanced with a sprinkling of crunchy, salty bacon bits (hence the perfection).
Here, you'll find cozy fall soups such as classic minestrone and butternut squash, hearty winter soups like broccoli cheese and lentil soup, and quick and easy Instant Pot soup recipes such as potato leek and French onion. Whatever you pick to throw in your pot, it's sure to feed your hungry household.
Instant Pot Potato Leek Soup
Tender chunks of russet potatoes and sweet leeks simmered in savory broth with heavy cream create a comforting, veggie-packed bowl with rich texture and flavor. Serve it with mashed pea and goat cheese crostini!
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Minestrone Soup
This classic vegetable soup from colorful produce and comforting flavors together in one satisfying pot. A variety of veggies, tender pasta, creamy beans, and a rich tomato broth make it happen. Don't forget a sprinkle of parmesan and a swirl of pesto at the end.
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Carrot Soup with Carrot Top Pesto
Bright, creamy, and full of garden-fresh flavor, this carrot soup turns humble veggies into something special. Sweet carrots are simmered and pureed into a smooth, comforting bowl, then topped with a vibrant carrot-top pesto made from the leafy greens you'd usually toss.
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Dumpling Soup
A simple, satisfying meal that comes together in just minutes! Filled with tender dumplings, creamy miso broth, and colorful veggies, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings when you want something warm, flavorful, and fuss-free.
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Cauliflower Soup
Tender cauliflower chunks and garden veggies such as carrots and celery simmer in a rich, velvety broth that's both comforting and satisfying. And yes, you can buy pre-cut florets! Serve in bowls and top each with sour cream.
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Simple Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
This simple five-ingredient soup turns sweet squash into a cozy, comforting bowl of goodness. Start with cubed butternut squash, sliced onion, and garlic, all roasted in oil with salt and pepper until caramelized. Top with diced apple and crumbled, cooked bacon, if desired.
Vegetable Soup
It's in the name! Hearty, wholesome, and full of fresh vegetables, this soup is a timeless comfort food. Simmered with colorful produce in a savory broth, it's an easy, nourishing meal that comes together in just 30 minutes.
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Perfect Potato Soup
Ree is a bit picky about potato soups, which is exactly why you can trust that this recipe is seriously good. It's not too creamy, has a variation in texture, and is full of flavor.
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Creamy Tortellini Soup
We love this soup because you can really use what you have on hand: Any kind of tortellini and any mix of frozen veggies will work well. Plus, a half cup of heavy cream in the broth will leave you feeling satisfied.
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Broccoli-Cheese Soup
"Broccoli-cheese soup is my life," says Ree. Well, it's ours too! This soup is so comforting and combines broccoli, cream, and nutmeg for a delightful warm meal.
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Cream of Asparagus Soup
Here’s a soup that tastes as phenomenal as it looks. Fresh asparagus is blended into a clean soup, topped with cracked pepper and asparagus chunks.
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Instant Pot Lentil Soup
Lentil soup is one of those hearty meals you can't resist dipping a toasted piece of bread. Since this one is made in an Instant Pot, it's also a quick and easy soup to throw together for a weeknight dinner.
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Instant Pot French Onion Soup
Few soups are quite as comforting as French onion in the winter. It’s so rich and savory and lucky for us, this recipe is made in an Instant Pot to help save time (which also intensifies the aroma of the caramelized onions!).
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Pumpkin Soup
The fall season—or really any time of year—calls for pumpkin soup! It's velvety smooth, and the pumpkin flavor will rock your world.
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7-Can Soup
Say hello to the easiest soup you'll ever make. It's made up of just eight ingredients, six of which are just canned veggies! Total time is 25 minutes.
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Cabbage Soup
Don’t let the name mislead you—cabbage soup is so much more than the one ingredient. It’s packed with flavor-boosting veggies, including onions, carrots, tomatoes (okay, fruit), and white beans.
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Chicken Gnocchi Soup
This soup may have chicken, but it's the veggies that are the star players. Here, bits of chicken and gnocchi dumplings float in a light creamy broth with carrots, onions, spinach, celery, and herbs.
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Split Pea Soup with Ham
Split pea soup is so darn good! Use your leftover ha from the holidays to bring this soup up another level and infuse it with more flavor.
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Potato Leek Soup
This soup is fantastic, but you absolutely cannot skip the fried onions on top! They balance the creaminess of the potato with a necessary crunch.
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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Roasted red peppers are one of Ree's favorite pantry items because they're a delicious component in any recipe, including this soup. It's perfectly creamy and flavorful and pairs particularly well with grilled cheese rollups!
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