Filled to the brim with flavorful ingredients, these easy healthy soup recipes will keep you full and satisfied.
49 Easy Healthy Soup Recipes
Updated on Jun. 09, 2025
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Split Pea Soup
Total Time
2 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This old-fashioned favorite is a snap to make, and it's economical too. Carrots, celery and onion accent the subtle flavor of the split peas, while a ham bone adds a meaty touch to this hearty soup. It's sure to chase away autumn's chill. —Laurie Todd, Columbus, Mississippi
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 202 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 267mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 12g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat.
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Vegetable Turkey Soup
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Low-sodium ingredients don't diminish the full flavor of this brothy ground turkey vegetable soup. The turkey lends a heartiness that everyone will welcome on a cold blustery evening. —Bonnie LeBarron, Forestville, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 181 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 498mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Carrot Ginger Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This light, flavorful carrot ginger soup is vegan. It's made with pantry staples and comes together in a hurry, yet it always seems to impress. Fresh ginger makes a big difference—and what isn't used can be wrapped tightly and tossed in the freezer for later use. —Jenna Olson, Manchester, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 80 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 551mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Vegetarian White Bean Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
The culinary pros in our Test Kitchen simmered up this fresh-tasting meatless soup. It is hearty with two kinds of beans and makes a satisfying entree. Round out the meal with warm dinner rolls. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 117 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Pressure-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Don't be shy about loading up the spices and shredded chicken into your pressure cooker. This soup tastes wonderful as leftovers the next day. Your family will thank you for this one! —Karen Kelly, Germantown, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 141 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 580mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Chocolate Mole Soup
Total Time
6 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is perfect for those days when you’re craving something just a little bit different. It’s spicy, flavorful and a delightful excuse to open up a bar of chocolate—if you’re the type of person who needs an excuse! —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 203 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 511mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Greens and Beans Turkey Soup
Total Time
2 hours 45 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
On winter evenings, we like nothing better than a piping hot bowl of soup. This one uses a turkey carcass to make a flavorful stock for the soup. —Susan Albert, Jonesburg, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 105 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 568mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
For more healthy options, check out these low-carb soup recipes.
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Golden Beet and Peach Soup with Tarragon
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One summer we had a bumper crop of peaches from our two trees, so I had fun experimenting with different recipes. After seeing a beet soup recipe in a cookbook, I changed it a bit to include our homegrown golden beets and sweet peaches. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 159 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 129mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 fruit, 1/2 fat.
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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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Turkey and Black Bean Chili
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This busy-day chili is packed with flavor. We make it ahead and freeze some to eat later. —Marisela Segovia, Miami, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 247 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable.
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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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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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White Bean Soup with Escarole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Pantry staples make this healthy soup oh, so simple to prepare. When I can't find escarole, I use fresh spinach. Just add it to the soup pot moments before serving. —Gina Samokar, North Haven, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup soup with 1-1/2 teaspoons cheese: 174 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 572mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 8g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Turkey-Vegetable Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
The blend of flavors and colors in this hearty soup will make everyone at the table crave a second helping. —Charlotte Welch, Utica, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 191 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Carolina Shrimp Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh shrimp from the Carolina coast is one of our favorite foods. We add kale, garlic, red peppers and black-eyed peas to complete this wholesome, filling soup. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 188 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 585mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Shrimp Gazpacho
Total Time
15 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a refreshing take on the classic chilled tomato soup. Our twist features shrimp, lime and plenty of avocado. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 112 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 399mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1 lean meat, 1 fat.
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Minestrone Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
11 servings (2-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it’s one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And I can feel good about serving it because it’s full of nutrition and low in fat. —Lauren Brennan, Hood River, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 180 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 443mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat.
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Hazelnut Asparagus Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings (3 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
My heart is happy when bundles of tender local asparagus start to appear at my grocery store in spring. No one would ever guess this restaurant-quality vegetarian soup can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. —Cindy Beberman, Orland Park, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 164 calories, 13g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 623mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Borscht Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother used to make this hearty soup from her garden's bountiful crop of beets and other vegetables. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 48 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 375mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Lentil Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
3 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
This nourishing lentil soup comes together quickly with pantry ingredients and simple herbs and spices like thyme, cumin and paprika. The trick to its creamy yet hearty texture is to partially puree the soup using an immersion blender once the lentils are tender. Serve the soup with a piece of crusty bread and you're golden. —Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 176 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 525mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Turkey-Sweet Potato Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There’s a reason this is one of my favorite healthy soup recipes! A batch of this soup brings the nostalgic flavors and heartwarming feel of the holidays at any time of year. When I have time to slow-cook it, my whole house smells cozy. —Radine Kellogg, Fairview, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 275 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 374mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch.
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Tomato Green Bean Soup
Total Time
45 min
Servings
9 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This colorful soup is delicious any time of year. When I can't get homegrown tomatoes and green beans, I've found that frozen beans and canned tomatoes (or even stewed tomatoes) work just fine. Served with warm breadsticks, this soup is a complete meal. —Bernice Nolan, Granite City, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 58 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable.
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Chicken Tortellini Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (about 2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe puts a different spin on traditional chicken noodle soup. I like to use cheese tortellini instead of plain noodles for a pleasant and filling change of pace. My easy creation has become a family favorite that I count on often. —Jean Atherly, Red Lodge, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 170 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch.
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Navy Bean Soup
Total Time
2 hours 15 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves navy bean soup. Beans were a commodity you did not survive without in the '30s. This excellent navy bean and ham soup is a real family favorite of ours, so I make it often. —Mildred Lewis, Temple, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 244 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 410mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 10g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable.
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Seafood Soup
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Salmon, shrimp and loads of chopped veggies make this chowder a hearty, herby meal-in-a-bowl. It's just the perfect homemade fish soup. —Valerie Bradley, Beaverton, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 213 calories, 9g fat (1g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 525mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Potato Leek Soup
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family and I crave steaming bowls of potato leek soup on a cold winter evening, but we don't want the butter and fat content of regular soup recipes. I created this lighter version and have shared it with many folks. Everyone who has tried it loves the robust, satisfying flavor. —Christine Frye, Odessa, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 193 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 593mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Beef Vegetable Soup
Total Time
9 hours 20 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This nicely seasoned soup tastes so good. It's convenient, too, since it simmers all day in the slow cooker. —Jean Hutzell, Dubuque, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 217 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 536mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch.
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Contest-Winning Turkey Meatball Soup
Total Time
55 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You don't need to cook the tender homemade meatballs or boil the egg noodles separately, so you can easily stir up this savory soup in no time. I usually double the recipe for our family of seven. —Carol Losier, Baldwinsville, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 193 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 545mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
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Chicken and Rice Soup
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This soothing soup hits the spot on chilly fall and winter days. I frequently simmer up big batches of the recipe during the cooler months. —Kevin Bruckerhoff, Columbia, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 128 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 543mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Thai Shrimp Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This tasty crowd-pleasing soup comes together in minutes, and I like the fact that the ingredients are available in my little local grocery store. —Jessie Grearson, Falmouth, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 163 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 505mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
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Cioppino
Total Time
4 hours 40 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're looking for a great seafood recipe for your slow cooker, this classic fish stew is just the ticket. It's brimming with clams, crab, fish and shrimp, and it is fancy enough to be an elegant meal. —Lisa Moriarty, Wilton, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 205 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable.
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Strawberry Soup
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Laden with strawberries, this chilled soup is certain to become a new hot-weather favorite. —Verna Bollin, Powell, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 192 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 55mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Matzo Ball Soup
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
12 servings (4-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This traditional matzo ball soup recipe is worth the extra effort. If you prefer, you can add egg noodles instead of matzo balls to this Jewish chicken soup. —Julia Sherman, New Market, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 160 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 509mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Easy Gazpacho
Total Time
15 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter got this gazpacho recipe from a college friend and shared it with me. Now I serve it often as an appetizer. It certainly is the talk of any party. —Lorna Sirtoli, Cortland, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 146 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 387mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 2 fat.
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Vegan Lentil Soup
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Double the recipe and share this hearty soup with neighbors and loved ones on cold winter nights. I serve it with cornbread for dunking. —Michelle Curtis, Baker City, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 138 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 351mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 9g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 lean meat.
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Butternut Squash Apple Soup
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Brighten blustery gray days with steaming bowlfuls of butternut squash apple soup that's the color of California sunshine. It's velvety, rich and slightly sweet! This low-fat recipe's a keeper. —Jane Shapton, Irvine, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 172 calories, 4g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 613mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 9g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Vegetarian Tortellini Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Italian cuisine has more to offer than spaghetti and pizza. Just check out this mouthwatering, healthy soup. I’ve served it to company with rave reviews, along with requests for the recipe. —Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 153 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 491mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 0.500 fat.
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Dairy-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
5 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This homemade version of the canned standard has no dairy or preservatives. Try it in your favorite green bean casserole recipe! —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 139 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 623mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Cabbage Soup
Total Time
6 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
After doing yardwork on a windy day, we love to come in for a light but hearty soup like this one. It's brimming with cabbage, veggies and white beans. Pass the oven-warmed bread! —Jennifer Stowell, Deep River, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 111 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 537mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1-1/2 starch.
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Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
To me, Sundays are a time for rest and spending time with your family. In this crazy busy world, I think we sometimes forget how important and special having a family is. This soup reminds me of Sunday dinners with my family because they always request it. I love making this for our weekly dinners because it is not complicated and I can get dinner on the table in about an hour. —Christine King, Vista, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 166 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 224mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Cucumber Soup
Total Time
15 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chilled soup makes a wonderful appetizer or side on a hot summer day. Bright bursts of dill provide pleasant contrasts to the milder flavor of cucumber. —Deirdre Cox, Kansas City, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 40 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 fat-free milk.
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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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Sweet Potato Soup
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This sweet potato soup recipe is a unique way to use up your tubers in the fall when you want something healthier than sweet potato fries. Each spoonful of soup will warm you from the inside out. —Cathy Trochelman, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 144 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 449mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 2g protein.
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Kimchi Stew (Kimchi Jjigae)
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Kimchi soup is a staple recipe in any Korean food lover's kitchen. Made with aged kimchi, the fermented cabbage provides a strong, deep flavor and is an excellent source of probiotics. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Ham and Bean Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like ham and bean soup but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen, this tasty, quick version will leave you with a satisfied smile. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 300 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 1383mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 13g fiber), 22g protein.
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Roasted Tomato Soup
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Just before the first frost of the season, we gather up all the tomatoes from my mom’s garden to create this flavor-packed soup. Although it sounds like a lot of garlic, when it’s roasted, the garlic becomes mellow and almost sweet. We serve this soup with toasted bread spread with pesto. —Kaitlyn Lerdahl, Madison, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 276 calories, 22g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 421mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Rice and Chicken Soup
Total Time
7 hours 15 min
Servings
16 servings (4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Using the slow cooker takes some of the effort out of making from-scratch meals. The long cook time helps develop superb homemade flavor in this Crockpot chicken and rice soup. —Kevin Bruckerhoff, Columbia, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 202 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 513mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein.
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Pressure-Cooker Black Bean Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Life can get really crazy with young children, but I never want to compromise when it comes to cooking. This recipe is healthy and so easy thanks to my one-pot cooker! —Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 125 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 517mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch.
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Turkey Sweet Potato Chili
Total Time
5 hours 20 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Swapping in ground turkey for ground beef lightens up this chili. —Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 243 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 606mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat.
Easy Healthy Soup Recipe FAQs
How do you make a healthy soup?
You can make a healthy soup by prioritizing wholesome ingredients. These can include nutrient-rich vegetables, whole grains, legumes, lean meats and high-fiber foods.
What healthy soup recipes can be prepared ahead of time?
Most healthy soup recipes can be prepared ahead of time. However, I would avoid making soups ahead of time that contain noodles or rice, as they can absorb a lot of the liquid over time, becoming mushy.
What are the best freezer-friendly healthy soups?
The best freezer-friendly healthy soups are pureed soups, chilis, stews and hearty soups. I would avoid freezing soups with cream or milk, as they may not reheat very well.
