Look for some quick dinner ideas you can whip up in a flash? Look no further! These simple soup recipes are as delicious as they are easy.
35 Quick Easy Soup Recipes
Updated on Jul. 21, 2022
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Beer Cheese Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings (1-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This soup was a hit with a group of German exchange teachers who visited our high school. When I don't use bread bowls, I usually serve it with soft pretzels or crusty bread. And it's also an even bigger treat with slices of cooked bratwurst or kielbasa stirred into it. —Paula Zsiray, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 450 calories, 36g fat (22g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 925mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.
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Italian Sausage and Zucchini Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone in my family likes this soup recipe. Sometimes I add mini farfalle because my grandchildren say the noodles look like tiny butterflies. This recipe also works in a slow cooker. —Nancy Murphy, Mount Dora, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 191 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 789mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Asian Tofu Noodle Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Ginger, garlic and sherry jazz up this soup loaded with veggies and noodles. We like to accent ours with peanuts and green onions. —Diana Rios, Lytle, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 339 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1961mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 19g protein.
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Mexican Cabbage Roll Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love sharing our humble and hearty soup made with beef, cabbage and green chiles. A blast of cilantro gives it a sunshiny finish. —Michelle Beal, Powell, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 186 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Corn Chowder with Bacon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I was raised on a farm, so a warm soup with homey ingredients, like this corn chowder with bacon, was always a treat after a chilly day outside. My hearty chowder nourishes the family. —Katie Lillo, Big Lake, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 335 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 592mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein.
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Tomato Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
16 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy, rich and bursting with brightness, this soup is the ultimate sidekick to a grilled cheese sandwich. — Josh Rink, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 104 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 572mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.
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Tom Kha Gai
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This irresistible coconut chicken soup recipe is infused with classic Thai ingredients like lemongrass, galangal, chilies and makrut (or kaffir) lime leaves. It's creamy yet tangy, comforting but light...and simply bursting with flavor. Ladle over jasmine rice and serve with lime wedges and a little hot chili oil if you like. —Malina Syvoravong, Los Angeles, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 502 calories, 29g fat (21g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 565mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
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Pastina Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
This comforting pastina soup is chock-full of veggies like onions, celery and carrots. It's a one-pot recipe that'll fill your stomach and warm your heart. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 240 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 625mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.
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Stracciatella Soup
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Also known as Italian egg drop soup, stracciatella soup consists of three key ingredients: chicken stock, egg and Parmesan cheese. It provides a savory, comforting flavor perfect for those colder days. —Megan Taylor, Greenfield, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 124 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 135mg cholesterol, 995mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 12g protein.
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Instant Pot Vegetable Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Making vegetable soup in the Instant Pot significantly reduces the time spent cooking. With this recipe, you can have a nutritious, flavorful and colorful soup ready to serve in just 40 minutes. —Julie Andrews, Rockford, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 107 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 857mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein.
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Tuscan Chicken Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Tuscan chicken soup, also known as Marry Me Chicken Soup, proves that to get to the heart, you have to go through the stomach. This creamy, cheesy soup is complemented with heavy Italian seasoning, bright sun-dried tomatoes and protein-rich rotisserie chicken, leaving everyone with a happy and full belly. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 205 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 774mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Easy White Chicken Chili
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Chili is one of our best cold-weather strategies. We use chicken and white beans for a twist on the regular bowl of red. It’s soothing comfort food. —Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 228 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 504mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 6g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch.
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Cream of Mushroom Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter-in-law, a gourmet cook, served this cream of mushroom soup recipe as the first course for a holiday dinner. She received the recipe from her mom and graciously shared it with me. Now I'm happy to share it with my own friends and family. —Anne Kulick, Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 136 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 842mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Turkey and Vegetable Barley Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Using ingredients on hand, I stirred up this turkey and veggie-packed soup. If you have them, corn, beans and celery are great here, too. —Lisa Wiger, St. Michael, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 208 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Cauliflower Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This cheesy recipe is way tastier than any other cauliflower soup I've tried! We like it with hot pepper sauce for a little extra kick. —Debbie Ohlhausen, Chilliwack, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 160 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 616mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Kid-Friendly Chili
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings (1-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This third-generation hearty chili is a family favorite. It's a sweet and easy chili that's sure to warm up the whole family on those chilly fall nights. —Terri Keeney, Greeley, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 359 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 908mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 9g fiber), 30g protein.
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Creamy Sweet Potato and Veggie Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I tasted a delicious soup in a restaurant but couldn't persuade the chef to share the recipe, so I began to experiment on my own. Finally, I came up with this blend, which is very close to what I tasted—maybe even better! —Audrey Nemeth, Mount Vernon, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 137 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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Super Fast Mexican Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We take this spicy soup to rodeos on cool nights or sip it by a campfire. For toppings, try onions, avocado, cheese, jalapenos, sour cream and salsa. —Gloria Huse, Simpsonville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 254 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 998mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Mushroom Tortellini Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This colorful veggie soup gets all bulked up thanks to cheesy tortellini. It's a real comfort on a cold or rainy day. —Jen Lucas, Baldwinville, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups (calculated without cheese): 261 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 1084mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
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Easy Chicken Corn Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings (1-1/2 quart)
From the Recipe Creator:
When I haven’t planned for dinner, I often play around with ingredients in my pantry instead of running to the store. This recipe was a happy experiment. Cut some fat by omitting the bacon—it’s still tasty. —Barbara Banski, Fenton, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 474 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1252mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 3g fiber), 31g protein.
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One-Pot Spinach Beef Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My idea of a winning weeknight meal is this beefy soup simmering in one big pot. Grate some Parmesan and pass the saltines. —Julie Davis, Jacksonville, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 258 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 909mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein.
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Lemony Turkey Rice Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
While growing up in Texas, I spent a lot of time helping my grandma cook. Lemon and cilantro add a deliciously different twist to turkey soup.
—Margarita Cuellar, East Chicago, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 166 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 1047mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
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Tuscan Cauliflower Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A classic Tuscan soup has lots of potatoes, but I make mine the low-carb way with cauliflower. Turns out, it has a heartier flavor. —Heather Bewley, Bemidji, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 358 calories, 30g fat (14g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 941mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
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Priscilla’s Vegetable Chowder
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is the perfect soup to warm up with on a cold fall or winter day. It makes a big batch perfect for serving a crowd. —Jenna Jackson, Salt Lake City, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 281 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 853mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Chicken Corn Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings (about 4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamed corn and butter make my chicken corn soup homey and rich. This recipe makes a big batch, but the soup freezes well for future meals—one reason why soups are my favorite thing to make. —Beverly Hoffman, Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 201 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 697mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.
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Pork Chili
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband usually tries to avoid spending time in the kitchen, but he'll frequently offer to prepare this easy chili. Of course, he always eagerly serves as taste tester! —Linda Temple, St. Joseph, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 208 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 395mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein.
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Southwest Chicken Barley Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Mashed squash helps make this chowder creamy but not heavy, and it's a favorite way to get barley on the table. My kids even ask for leftovers for lunch. —Pamela Cleghorn, Campbellsburg, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 298 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 681mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 7g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat.
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White Bean and Sausage Soup
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
In the cold months, I like to put on a big pot of this comforting soup. It cooks away while I do other things, such as baking bread, crafting or even cleaning the house. —Glenna Reimer, Gig Harbor, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 339 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 1100mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 11g fiber), 19g protein.
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Creamy Seafood Bisque
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This deceptively simple bisque makes a special first course or even a casual meal with a salad or bread. I like to top bowlfuls with shredded Parmesan cheese and green onions. —Wanda Allende, Orlando, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 453 calories, 36g fat (22g saturated fat), 197mg cholesterol, 1232mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
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Turkey Posole
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings (1-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love making this soup because it makes good use of leftovers from Thanksgiving. And it's quick, easy and tasty. No one feels as if they're eating leftovers because this soup is nothing like traditional turkey with gravy. —Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 193 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 1080mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
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Zuppa Toscana
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I let my young son pick out seed packets and he chose kale, which grew like crazy. This hearty soup helped make good use of it and rivals the Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana. —Michelle Babbie, Malone, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 504 calories, 38g fat (20g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 881mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.
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Chicken Alphabet Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm a teenager and love to make this fun chicken soup for my family. It makes me so happy when they tell me how much they like it! —Sarah Mackey, New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 163 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 828mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
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Sausage and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband’s grandmother made this soup with her own homemade sausage and tortellini. We don’t make those ingredients these days, but we’re so happy to have the passed-down recipe—this version is almost as good as hers. It's also an excellent way to get the kids to eat spinach! —Joyce Lulewicz, Brunswick, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1-3/4 cups: 354 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1360mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
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Chicken, Asparagus & Corn Chowder
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Chicken and asparagus make a light, comforting soup that’s easy to do with common ingredients. If we have rotisserie chicken, it goes into this soup. —Jennifer Vo, Irvine, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 215 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 800mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein.
