20 Easy Soup Recipes That Will Make You Want to Grab a Spoon Right Now

I’ve attached a video for every recipe below from my favorite home cooks.

Soup is the perfect comfort food for any time of year. It’s warm, filling, and easy to make. You don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to enjoy a tasty bowl of soup. With just a few simple ingredients and about 30 minutes, you can whip up a delicious soup that will satisfy your cravings.

There are so many quick and easy soup recipes to choose from. You can make classic chicken noodle soup, creamy tomato soup, or spicy chili. If you’re in the mood for something different, try a hearty bean soup or a colorful vegetable soup. The options are endless, and you’re sure to find a recipe that fits your taste and schedule.

Tomato Soup

You’ll love this easy tomato soup recipe! It’s perfect for cozy days or quick meals. Here’s what you need:

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: fresh basil leaves

Directions:

Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you don’t have one, carefully transfer to a regular blender in batches.
Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired. Enjoy your homemade tomato soup!

This recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish. You can easily double it for larger groups or to have leftovers. It’s great with grilled cheese sandwiches!

Chicken Noodle Soup

Here’s what you’ll need:

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
2 cups egg noodles
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

Now, let’s make your soup!

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Toss in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
Add the chicken, noodles, basil, and oregano.
Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to your liking.

Your comforting chicken noodle soup is ready! Serve it hot and enjoy the warmth it brings to your day.

Minestrone

Ready to make a hearty bowl of minestrone? Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
6 cups vegetable broth
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
1 cup small pasta (like macaroni)
2 cups chopped spinach
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add garlic and cook for another minute. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add kidney beans and pasta. Cook for 8-10 minutes until pasta is tender.
Stir in spinach and cook for 2 more minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Ladle into bowls and enjoy your homemade minestrone!

Potato Leek Soup

You’ll need:

3 large leeks, white and light green parts only
4 medium potatoes
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: cream for garnish

Directions:

Clean and slice the leeks. Peel and cube the potatoes.
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add leeks and cook until soft, about 10 minutes.
Toss in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add potatoes, broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with a swirl of cream if you like.

This easy soup is perfect for chilly days. It’s creamy, comforting, and full of flavor. You can make it ahead and reheat it for a quick meal later.

Butternut Squash Soup

You’ll love this easy butternut squash soup! Here’s what you need:

Lentil Soup

Looking for a hearty and comforting meal? Try this easy lentil soup recipe!

Ingredients:

1 cup dried lentils
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can diced tomatoes
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and cook for another minute. Add lentils, broth, tomatoes, cumin, and oregano.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a smoother texture, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious homemade lentil soup!

French Onion Soup

You’ll love this cozy French onion soup! Here’s what you need:

Ingredients:

4 large onions, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons butter
6 cups beef broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 teaspoon thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
4 slices French bread
1 cup grated Gruyère cheese

Directions:

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring often, until they’re golden brown and caramelized.
Pour in the beef broth, wine, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
While the soup simmers, toast your bread slices.
Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls. Top each with a slice of toasted bread and sprinkle generously with cheese.
Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Be careful – it’s hot! Let it cool for a minute before you dig in. Enjoy your homemade French onion soup!

Split Pea Soup

Ingredients:

1 pound dried split peas
1 ham bone or 1 cup diced ham
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Rinse the split peas and put them in a large pot.
Add the ham bone, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
Cook for about 1.5 hours, stirring now and then, until the peas are soft.
Remove the ham bone and bay leaf.
If you used a ham bone, cut off any meat and add it back to the soup.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot and enjoy your comforting split pea soup!

You can blend the soup if you like it smoother. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for chilly days.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Here’s what you’ll need:

4 cups broccoli florets
1 onion, diced
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
Salt and pepper to taste

Now let’s make this yummy soup!

Melt the butter in a big pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir for a minute. This will help thicken your soup.
Slowly pour in the milk and broth, whisking as you go. Keep stirring until it starts to bubble.
Add the broccoli and let it simmer for about 8 minutes, until it’s tender.
Take out a cup of the veggies and set them aside.
Blend the rest of the soup until smooth. You can use a regular blender or an immersion blender.
Put the pot back on low heat and add the cheese. Stir until it’s all melted and gooey.
Add the veggies you set aside back into the pot. Season with salt and pepper.

And there you have it! Your very own homemade broccoli cheddar soup. Enjoy it while it’s hot!

Vegetable Beef Soup

Here’s an easy vegetable beef soup recipe you’ll love:

Ingredients:

1 pound beef stew meat, cubed
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups beef broth
2 potatoes, chopped
1 can tomato sauce
1 can diced tomatoes
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Brown the beef in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking for 3 minutes.
Pour in the beef broth and add potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and frozen vegetables. Return to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes until the beef is tender.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy your comforting soup!

This hearty soup is perfect for chilly days. You can customize it with your favorite veggies or whatever you have on hand. It’s even better the next day!

Cream Of Mushroom Soup

You’ll love this easy cream of mushroom soup recipe! Here’s what you need:

Ingredients:
• 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions:

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Add salt and pepper. Stir in the heavy cream and heat through.

Your homemade cream of mushroom soup is ready! Enjoy it on its own or use it in your favorite casserole recipes.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Here’s what you’ll need for this yummy soup:

1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon oil
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1 can black beans, drained
1 can corn, drained
1 can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Tortilla chips and toppings

Now let’s make it!

Heat oil in a large pot. Add onion and garlic, cooking until soft.
Pour in the broth, chicken, beans, corn, and tomatoes. Stir well.
Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring now and then.
Taste and add more seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with crushed tortilla chips on top. You can add cheese, sour cream, or avocado too!

This soup is perfect for chilly days. It’s quick to make and tastes great. You can even freeze leftovers for later!

Clam Chowder

Here’s what you’ll need:

2 cans of chopped clams with juice
2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Now, let’s make this tasty soup!

Drain the clams, but save the juice. Set the clams aside for later.
In a big pot, mix the clam juice, broth, and diced potatoes. Bring it to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are almost tender.
While that’s cooking, melt the butter in a pan. Add the celery and onion, cooking until soft.
Sprinkle flour over the veggies and stir for a minute.
Slowly pour in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Add this creamy mix to your potato pot. Stir well.
Let it simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens a bit.
Toss in the clams and heat through.
Add salt and pepper to taste.

Your clam chowder is ready! Serve it hot with some crusty bread. Yum!

Cauliflower Soup

You’ll love this creamy, cheesy cauliflower soup! It’s easy to make and perfect for cold days. Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

1 head cauliflower, chopped
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable stock
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Butter for sautéing

Directions:

Melt some butter in a large pot. Add onions and garlic, cooking until soft.
Toss in the cauliflower and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
Use a blender to puree the soup until smooth. Be careful with hot liquid!
Pour the soup back into the pot. Stir in milk and cheese until melted.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot and enjoy!

For extra flavor, try roasting the cauliflower first. You can also add potato for a thicker texture. Top with croutons, bacon bits, or extra cheese if you like.

This soup keeps well in the fridge for a few days. It’s great for meal prep or quick lunches. Warm it up and you’re good to go!

Carrot Ginger Soup

Ingredients:

1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: orange zest for garnish

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic and ginger. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Toss in the carrots and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until carrots are tender.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
Stir in coconut milk and return to low heat. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of orange zest if desired. You can also enjoy this soup cold on warm days!

This easy soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a light lunch. It’s packed with flavor and takes just 30 minutes to make. Enjoy your homemade carrot ginger soup!

Italian Wedding Soup

Here’s a simple recipe for Italian Wedding Soup:

Ingredients:

1 pound ground beef
1 egg
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
8 cups chicken broth
2 cups chopped escarole
1/2 cup orzo pasta
1 carrot, diced

Directions:

Mix the beef, egg, breadcrumbs, cheese, basil, and onion powder in a bowl. Form into small meatballs.
Bring the broth to a boil in a large pot.
Add the escarole, orzo, carrot, and meatballs to the pot.
Return to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Your soup is ready when the meatballs are cooked through and the pasta is tender.

Enjoy your homemade Italian Wedding Soup! It’s perfect for a cozy dinner or when you’re feeling under the weather.

Egg Drop Soup

You’ll love this quick and easy egg drop soup recipe! Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

4 cups chicken broth
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water
1 green onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash of white pepper

Directions:

Mix the cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl. Set aside.
Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a pot over medium-high heat.
Stir in the cornstarch mixture and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 1 minute.
Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the soup while gently stirring in a circular motion.
Add the chopped green onion, salt, and white pepper.
Give it a final stir and serve hot.

This soup is ready in just 15 minutes! It’s perfect for a cozy lunch or as a starter for your favorite Asian-inspired meal.

Gazpacho

Ready to cool off with a refreshing no-cook soup? Gazpacho is perfect for hot summer days! Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

2 pounds ripe tomatoes, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Toss all veggies into your blender or food processor.
Add olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth. If it’s too thick, add a splash of water.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Serve cold with your favorite toppings. Try diced cucumber, croutons, or a drizzle of olive oil.

You can make this soup your own! Add some bread for thickness or spice it up with hot sauce. Enjoy your cool and tasty gazpacho!

Beef Barley Soup

You’ll love this hearty and warming beef barley soup! It’s perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients:

1 pound beef stew meat, cubed
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
3/4 cup pearl barley
6 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
Return beef to the pot. Add mushrooms, barley, broth, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes or until barley is tender.
Season with salt and pepper. Remove bay leaf.
Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy your delicious homemade soup!

Miso Soup

You’ll love this quick and easy miso soup recipe! Here’s what you need:

Ingredients:

4 cups water
2 tablespoons miso paste
1/2 cup diced silken tofu
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 sheet nori, cut into small pieces

Directions:

Bring the water to a boil in a medium pot.
Reduce heat to low and add the miso paste. Whisk until it dissolves completely.
Add the diced tofu and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the green onions.
Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with nori pieces.

That’s it! Your miso soup is ready to enjoy. It’s perfect for a chilly day or when you need a quick, comforting meal.