21 Comforting Cool-Weather Soup Recipes

Healthy Meal Ideas, Healthy Recipes and Nutrition
on October 4, 2016

The air is getting cooler, and the days are getting shorter. But you can take comfort in these hearty soups! We’ve got a soul-soothing bowl for any occasion, so keep cozy with one of our favorite healthy recipes—better than your favorite pair of fuzzy socks.

 

French Onion Soup

Healthy recipe for French Onion Soup.

Good Housekeeping

All the creamy richness of classic French onion soup—minus the excess fat and salt.

 

Slow-Cooker Vegetable Quinoa Soup 

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Let this hearty, hands-off soup cook up in the slow cooker, then add a healthy dose of kale and quinoa for amazing texture.

 

Tomato Fish Soup with Isreali Couscous and Gremolata

Sydney Oland

Sydney Oland

A rich tomato broth perfectly balances the tilapia in this soothing soup while red pepper kicks up the flavor. The addition of Israeli couscous takes the texture to a whole new level!

 

Pumpkin and Bean Soup

Guiding Stars

Guiding Stars

The season’s favorite flavor stars in this creamy soup. Sneak in a can of white beans for a nutritional boost—a must-have for the chillier months!

 

Creamy Cauliflower Soup

William Lingwood

William Lingwood

Coconut milk is the secret to this creamy cauliflower soup, while red chilis and oh-so-good-for-you turmeric create an unbelievable flavor profile.

 

Matzo Ball Soup

A classic Jewish recipe, Matzo Ball soup.

Katherine Martinelli

Traditionally served on Passover, this classic Jewish dish is absolutely delicious any time of year.

 

Slow Cooker Shimp, Kale and White Bean Soup

Easy and healthy Shrimp Kale and White Bean Soup made in the crock pot.

A Full Measure of Happiness

Savory bacon adds an irresistibly smoky flavor to this no-fuss recipe.

 

Chicken Enchilada Crock Pot 

Chicken Enchilada Soup made in the Crock Pot or Slow Cooker.

Amy Bites

Your favorite enchilada taste in a soothing bowl served up with cilantro, melted cheese and Greek yogurt. What could be better?

 

Roasted Sweet Potato and Quinoa Soup

Noshing with the Nolands

Noshing with the Nolands

Roasted sweet potatoes are practically begging to be pureed into a creamy soup. Take it over the top with a crunchy panko and parmesan topping!

 

Tortilla Meatball Soup

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Mark Boughton Photography / styling by Teresa Blackburn

Finish off this spicy, beefy soup with crispy tortilla strips for the all the flavor of a taco in one compact dish.

 

Red Lentil Soup

The Feed Zone Cookbook

The Feed Zone Cookbook

Curry powder and fresh ginger are the secret to this simple lentil soup’s incredible taste.

 

Creamy Potato Leek Soup with Tarragon Drizzle

United States Potato Board

United States Potato Board

A rich buttermilk-tarragon swirl amps up classic potato-leek soup. Don’t forget to top it off with fresh tarragon leaves for an elegant touch!

 

Sweet Potato and Cumin Soup with Feta Yogurt

Sweet Potato and Cumin Soup With Feta Yogurt

Richard Jung

This deceptively simple soup features a mouthwatering dollop of feta and Greek yogurt with a sprinkle of sundried tomatoes to round out a spicy-sweet crowdpleaser.

 

Spinach Soup with Ricotta

Soup, Glorious Soup

Richard Jung

Nutrient-packed spinach packs a double punch by lending show-stopping color to this nourishing soup. Savory bacon and ricotta transform the dish into something truly magical!

 

Beet and Apple Soup

Richard Jung

Richard Jung

Colorful beets and crisp autumn apples collide in a gorgeous concoction that’s full of flavor.

 

Hummus Soup with Kalamata Olives and Mint

50 Simple Soups for the Slow Cooker by Lynn Alley / Andrews McMeel Publishing

50 Simple Soups for the Slow Cooker by Lynn Alley / Andrews McMeel Publishing

Love hummus? Make it a meal! This take on hummus soup incorporates coriander and kalamata olives for a delicious twist on a classic flavor.

 

Spiced Apple Pie Soup

Lynn Alley / Andrews McMeel Publishing

Lynn Alley / Andrews McMeel Publishing

The flavors of an all-American classic, sans the calories. Dig in!

 

Carrot Ginger Soup

Lucy Schaeffer

Lucy Schaeffer

Sweet carrots mingle with fresh thyme and ginger for a sweet-and-savory indulgence sure to make its way into your meal rotation.

 

Butternut Squash Soup with Apple Bruschetta

Mark Boughton/styling: Teresa Blackburn

Mark Boughton/styling: Teresa Blackburn

What could make butternut squash soup even better? A side of toasty bruschetta drizzled with honey and topped with sweet cinnamon apples!

 

Winter Minestrone Soup

Mark Boughton

Mark Boughton

You can use almost any vegetable lingering in your fridge to make this soup—it’s the perfect “clean-out-the-pantry” dish.

 

Spanish Potato and Green Olive Soup

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50 Simple Soups for the Slow Cooker

Stuffed green olives and Manchego give classic potato soup a Spanish-inspired facelift.