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15+ Healthy & Delicious Soup Recipes

Polly Conner
By: Polly ConnerPosted: 2/21/23Updated: 2/21/23

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Having a stash of healthy soups in the freezer can be a game changer. In addition to curbing the craving for eating out, a great soup can make a healthy family-friendly dinner OR serve as a quick on-the-go lunch. I will say this, once you find a healthy recipe that your family loves, STOCK UP!

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How to Freeze Soups
4 Ways to Reheat Soup
15+ Healthy Soup Recipes
Slow Cooker Cheddar and Bacon Soup
Chicken Tortellini Soup
No Peek Stew
Turkey Chili with Sweet Potato and Black Beans
Cancer Fighting Soup
20 Minute Freezable Pumpkin Chili
Creamy Sausage & Tortellini Soup
Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Crowd Pleaser Mexican Soup
Autumn Chowder
Coconut Curry Soup
Tomato Bisque
Easy Tortilla Soup
Instant Pot Vegetable Soup
Pizza Soup
Side Dish Ideas for Soup Recipes
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How to Freeze Soups

Wait, what’s that you say? You haven’t ever ventured into the world of freezing soups? Do not fret, my friends. That’s OK. Take my hand and let me guide you. You’ll never go back to throwing away leftovers or letting them go bad in the fridge again.

  • Freezer Meal Option One: Assemble the recipe and freeze it before cooking. Oftentimes when making a soup recipe, I will simply double the batch. I will cook one for our meal and then freeze the other batch. I find it easiest to use a plastic freezer bag for this method.  When you want to cook it, simply use one of our safe thawing methods and then follow the recipe directions.

  • Freezer Meal Option Two: Cook the soup recipe as normal but freeze leftovers into serving-size portions. This is my personal favorite method of stocking up on soup. Since I like to have soup for lunch, this method allows me to just warm up one or two portions in the microwave or on the stove without wasting the rest of the batch. I LOVE using Souper Cubes (picture above) for this type of freezing.

Pro Tip: Let the soup cool completely before putting them in containers. Letting the soup cool will avoid the freezer meal’s worst enemy: freezer burn. It’s also important not to put hot soup into a plastic freezer bag or container, as the heat can leach chemicals from the plastic into your food. Let it cool on the counter for no more than two hours and then place in the refrigerator after that if needed.

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4 Ways to Reheat Soup

  1. Use a crock pot. I like this approach because it can be done way ahead of time. After soup has thawed safely, just dump it in and set it to warm.
  2. Use a pot on the stove. Empty thawed contents into a pot. Cook on low and stir occasionally until contents are warmed up and ready to serve!
  3. Microwave your soup. I use a mixed method of first defrosting the soup until it can be chopped apart and then microwaving it on high for 30-60 second increments until the contents are hot. It’s worth mentioning that this method can get messy. Place a plate on top of the bowl to prevent splatters.
  4. Want to cook it straight from frozen? Use your Instant Pot! We’ve got loads of great information on how to cook freezer meals in the Instant Pot here.
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15+ Healthy Soup Recipes

Slow Cooker Cheddar and Bacon Soup

When the air turns crisp and the leaves start to change, making a comforting batch of Cheddar and Bacon Potato Soup is mandatory. Using the slow cooker means your home will smell cozy and delicious, too!

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Chicken Tortellini Soup

This easy soup is a delightful twist on chicken noodle soup that will bring some serious comfort food to your table without much fuss. It’s kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and delicious. Make it on the stove, in the crockpot, or in the Instant Pot!

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Finished easy beef stew cooked in a casserole dish

No Peek Stew

 Friends, making beef stew gets NO EASIER than this recipe. My mother-in-law taught me this one when I first got married, and I’ve been serving it to big crowds ever since. Make ahead and freeze to have on hand for busy nights or when hosting a big group.

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Healthy Turkey Chili with Sweet Potatoes and Black Beans

Turkey Chili with Sweet Potato and Black Beans

Look no further for a comforting slow cooker freezer meal. This lean turkey chili is not only hearty and absolutely delicious, but it’s also chock full of fiber, protein, and nutrients. This crock pot chili is delicious fresh but is also a great make-ahead meal.

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Large pot of vegetable soup with three bowls of vegetable soup. Spoons and napkins and fresh herbs on the side.

Cancer Fighting Soup

Cancer-Fighting Soup (aka Immune-Boosting Soup) is chock full of vegetables, lentils, and black beans that science has shown help fight inflammation in the body. Whether you’re wanting to help someone with a diagnosis or just eat as healthy as possible yourself, this comforting soup fits the bill.

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20 Minute Freezable Pumpkin Chili

Want a super nutritious, flavorful recipe that can feed a crowd, won’t break the bank, or doesn’t take much time? This 20-Minute Freezable Pumpkin Chili gets the job done.

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slow cooker sausage and tortellini soup

Creamy Sausage & Tortellini Soup

Every bite is packed with delicious flavors in this 6-ingredient soup. With the help of the Crock Pot, this recipe comes together fast and easy. A total crowd-pleaser!

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fully cooked chicken and wild rice soup

Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

This Chicken and Wild Rice Soup recipe is a family favorite! It’s creamy, comforting, and delicious. We’ll walk you through each cooking step and ensure you end up with a crowd-pleaser soup that freezes well, too.

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Mexican Soup in a bowl with tortilla chips

Crowd Pleaser Mexican Soup

This Mexican Soup recipe is one of those tried and true recipes that I’ve been making for years and years. It’s easy, super flavorful, freezer friendly, and makes a huge batch.

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Autumn Chowder

Thanks to the cheddar cheese and bacon, this veggie-loaded Potato Corn Chowder tastes so rich. This soup is easy to assemble and the leftovers can be easily frozen. A one pot comfort food that you’ll be making all winter long!

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Coconut Curry Lentil Soup in a bowl with a spoon

Coconut Curry Soup

I’ve made this veggie-rich, Indian-inspired, freezer-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free soup more times than I can count. This colorful soup is rich and satisfying while being nourishing at the same time. You will LOVE it!

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Horizontal shot of tomato bisque in bowls with croutons and basil on top

Tomato Bisque

This comforting, hearty Tomato Bisque soup recipe is full of nutrition and rich flavor. I’ve made (and frozen) this soup for my own family well over 100 times over the years! I can assure you it will win over kids and adults alike, especially with a grilled cheese on the side for dipping.

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Vegetarian Tortilla Soup recipe

Easy Tortilla Soup

This pantry staple Easy Tortilla Soup recipe is a meatless “one pot wonder” that I’ve been making and freezing for years for my family. Filled with beans, tomatoes, chilis, corn, and more, it only gets better the longer it sits in the fridge.

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The Best Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

This soup is filled to the brim with hearty vegetables, black beans, and barley. It provides the nutrition you need this winter to boost your immune system and fight off sickness plus amazing taste that will make you want to lick the bowl clean.

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a bowl of pizza soup

Pizza Soup

Two of our favorite foods–pizza and soup–come together in this gluten-free, dairy-free Pizza Soup recipe to create a meal that’s healthy, filling, and incredibly tasty. It’s absolutely delicious and can be prepped as a freezer meal.

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As co-founder of Thriving Home, Polly’s passionate about helping busy parents get dinner on the table. With a house full of kids, dogs, and (usually) a DIY project in the works, she knows firsthand how every minute (and every dollar) counts. As a business owner, she enjoys wearing multiple hats and serves best as a project manager for Thriving Home.

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  1. AvatarCarrie|Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says

    Posted on 1/18/16 at 7:17 am

    Thank you for including my Zuppa di Farro in this roundup. There are so many healthy selections I can’t wait to try.

    Reply
    • RachelRachel says

      Posted on 1/19/16 at 5:42 pm

      You’re welcome! It looks absolutely delicious!

      Reply
  2. Avatarmartha says

    Posted on 1/17/16 at 3:03 pm

    What a wonderful collection of healthy soup recipes! I’m a huge fan of soup as a healthy choice for both lunch and dinner. Thanks for including my soup recipes on your list. I really appreciate it.

    Reply
  3. AvatarIlona @ Ilona's Passion says

    Posted on 1/15/16 at 9:43 am

    Thank you for including my Mushroom Soup. All soups look delicious!

    Reply
    • RachelRachel says

      Posted on 1/16/16 at 4:57 pm

      You’re welcome!

      Reply

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