28 Soup Recipes to Keep You Cozy and Healthy This Winter

Seasonal changes can affect numerous health conditions, including allergies, blood sugar control, and chronic pain. That’s why eating well during the winter months is so important to support your health and stay feeling your best.

As the winter months approach and temperatures drop, nothing is quite as comforting and nourishing as a warm bowl of soup. Soups are a great way to eat more antioxidant-rich vegetables and legumes, and they’re also great for weeknight dinners.

From traditional favorites to the unexpected, this compilation provides a diverse range of flavors and easy-to-follow recipes suitable for all skill levels.

Let’s dive into this list of some of the most hearty, flavorful soups on the internet that will keep you warm, cozy, and healthy on winter nights.

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28 Nourishing and Healthy Winter Soup Recipe Ideas 

1. Carrot Ginger Soup

Say goodbye to winter blues with this seven-ingredient Carrot Ginger Soup! This recipe is a burst of sunshine on cold days, bringing a creamy and refreshing twist to your meal. All you need is carrots, onion, garlic, ginger, apple cider vinegar, coconut milk, and maple syrup.

2. Tomato Soup

Tomato Soup holds a special place in my heart; it's a nostalgic favorite that exudes warmth and coziness. This classic dish is bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to whip up. If you've never made your own homemade tomato soup, this is a great recipe to start with. It’s ready in 30 minutes and is Whole30-approved.

3. Ginger-Lemongrass Broth with Noodles, Silken Tofu, and Broccoli

This comforting soup is inspired by Southeast Asian flavors. It’s infused with the fragrant essence of lemongrass and a savory broth, silken tofu, and tender noodles. This soup is also packed with vitamin C-rich broccolini, which can help boost your immune system and fight winter colds.

4. The Best Healthy French Onion Soup

This super flavorful and cozy healthy French onion soup recipe will warm you right up this winter. Unlike traditional French Onion Soup, this is the perfect balance of light but yummy comfort food! It has sweet caramelized onions, roasted garlic, rich broth, and gooey cheese. Plus, even without any meat, this soup packs 12 grams of protein!

5. Vegan Lentil Soup

Lentil Soup is a great, high-protein, vegan meal. This recipe is made mostly with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. It also adds leafy greens and a squeeze of lemon for an added zing. It’s seasoned with a few of my favorite spices and freshly ground black pepper. This is the best lentil soup I’ve ever had.

6. Roasted Cauliflower Soup

This soup might seem basic at first glance, but it packs amazing flavor. If you have a head of cauliflower in the fridge, you probably have everything else you’ll need to make this quick and easy soup.

I love that this soup freezes well and can be made in larger batches for meal prep. This creamy soup is gluten-free and, by using cashews instead of butter, can be made vegan/dairy-free.

7. Chicken & Kale Soup

This easy Chicken and Kale Soup will keep you warm on a cold, rainy day or any day that calls for a simple, hearty soup. It’s packed with protein, veggies, and fiber, so it's full of good nutrients, too. For added convenience, you can even make this soup with frozen kale and rotisserie chicken. 

8. Bean & Barley Soup

This Bean and Barley Soup is good for your soul and your budget. It’s packed with nutrient-dense ingredients; plus, it’s a high-protein, easy dinner suitable for vegans and vegetarians. 

9. Sweet Potato Soup

This Sweet Potato Soup recipe is not only warm and satisfying, it’s gorgeous, too! Look at that color. It’s one of my favorite healthy comfort foods. It’s packed with veggies, coconut milk, and spices, and it's rich, creamy, and delicious.

10. Tortellini Soup

If you’re craving warm, cozy meals, try this super easy-to-make Tortellini Soup! 

First, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and sauté the onion, carrots, and fennel until they soften. Stir in the garlic, vinegar, tomatoes, broth, thyme, and red pepper flakes, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

Cook and drain the tortellini. Add it to the soup along with the kale leaves, and simmer for 2 minutes more. Season to taste before you eat.

11. Easy Italian Wedding Soup

You won’t believe this delicious Italian Wedding Soup comes together in 30 minutes. With frozen meatballs and simple pantry ingredients, you’ll have a warm and satisfying meal on the table in no time. Try pairing it with a mixed salad. 

12. Slow-Cooker Chicken and Chickpea Soup

I love slow-cooker meals for their fix-it-and-forget-it nature. This is the perfect hearty soup recipe for busy days. Simply throw everything in the crock pot in the morning and come home to a nutritious and satisfying meal at the end of the day.

13. Broccoli-Cheddar Soup

This nostalgic soup will hit the spot every time. It makes for great leftovers, too. Easy and cheesy, simmer broccoli, potatoes, carrots, and onion in a creamy broth, blend until smooth, and stir in cheddar cheese to finish the soup.

14. Chicken and Wild Rice Soup with Mushrooms

This soup proves that creamy dishes aren't the only ones that can provide comfort. It's rich, flavorful, and will warm you to the bones with each spoonful of chicken, wild rice, onion, and mushroom. This hearty soup is ready in under 5 hours; it takes just 10 minutes of prep before going into the slow cooker for the remaining time.

15. Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Kale

This healthy, easy soup is loaded with vegetables, protein, and fiber to keep you full and fueled. Serve this winter soup topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and a side of garlic toast.

16. Slow-Cooker Turkey & Kale Minestrone Soup

This recipe is so easy and will be loved by the whole family. I love that it uses turkey sausage instead of pork, which cuts down the fat content. You can adjust the heat level in the dish by choosing either hot or mild Italian sausage. You can add red pepper, too, to make it extra spicy. Serve this slow-cooker minestrone with crusty bread, if desired.

17. Pumpkin Black Bean Soup

This quick and easy vegan Black Bean Pumpkin Soup uses canned beans, canned pumpkin, and lots of veggies. The coconut milk flavored with curry makes this a cozy fall meal that you can whip up in 30 minutes.

18. Moroccan-Inspired Chicken & Sweet Potato Soup

This healthy chicken soup recipe gets bold Moroccan flavor from sweet potatoes, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne pepper and a touch of fiery harissa. To get a homemade stock flavor using store-bought broth, simmer bone-in chicken breasts in the broth before adding the rest of the soup ingredients.

19. Healthy Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Who would have thought you could make Chicken Pot Pie healthy? This recipe is easy to make in your Instant Pot, crockpot, or stove. This cozy and comforting soup is so easy to make. You’ll love how creamy and tasty it is while being completely dairy-free, paleo, and Whole30-friendly!

20. Chicken Enchilada Soup

This easy Chicken Enchilada Soup is the ultimate cold-weather meal! It’s packed with protein and fiber, making it hearty and filling. We love this recipe because it’s easy to make, calls for simple ingredients, and it’s made in one pot – which means less cleanup! 

21. Turkey Cheeseburger Soup

This Turkey Cheeseburger Soup recipe is a rich and cheesy bowl of comfort food made on the lighter side. It’s quick and easy, loaded with turkey and potatoes in every bite!

22. Stuffed Pepper Soup

I love soup weather and the convenience of making a big pot of soup that can be served for several meals. Stuffed Pepper Soup has everything you love about stuffed peppers – bell peppers, ground beef, tomatoes, rice – in a hearty bowl of soup! This soup is a fan favorite and is always a huge hit with everyone in my house.

23. Leftover Turkey Soup

If you’re hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, there's bound to be leftover roast turkey. Instead of leftover turkey sandwiches, make something brand-new and super comforting that you can stretch over a few days. We're talking about this hearty, comforting turkey soup! 

This is an easy soup recipe that comes together in less than an hour. Plus, it's the perfect lunch or dinner to serve lingering out-of-town guests. Filled with turkey, vegetables, and orzo pasta, it’s just the thing everyone will be craving after all the big holiday feast.

24. Easy Cabbage Soup

This Cabbage Soup recipe is hearty and healthy, featuring white beans, loads of veggies, and a super flavorful broth. It’s a great way to use up green cabbage and makes a warm bowl for cozying up to during soup season. Serve it with toast, crackers, or a slice of grilled cheese.

25. Greens and Beans Turkey Soup

Another great way to use that leftover turkey from your holiday dinner is to make this Greens and Beans Turkey Soup, which is packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. This healthy, fiber-rich meal will leave you feeling full and satisfied. 

26. Thai Curry Carrot Lentil Soup

Warm up from the inside out with this flavorful Thai Curry Carrot Lentil Soup. This filling soup recipe, which boasts plenty of plant-based protein and a full serving of veggies, is perfect for lunch or dinner.

27. Immune Boosting Soup

Feeling under the weather? Kick cold or flu season to the curb with the ultimate immune-boosting soup. This soup is packed full of vitamins and minerals from delicious ingredients like turmeric, kale, and bok choy in a mushroom vegetable broth, which comes together to create a healthy vegetarian soup recipe.

28. Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup

This homemade Healthy Chicken Noodle Soup is the perfect comforting dish to serve during winter, and it’s so much better than store-bought! You can whip up a batch of this delicious soup at the beginning of the week for a quick and easy lunch or one-pot dinner that will warm you up. Plus, it only takes 30 minutes to prepare.

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