The first hints of spring have arrived, and it's time to lighten up our soup game. While winter calls for thick, hearty stews that warm us from the inside out, spring recipes invite us to embrace vibrant vegetables and brighter flavors. Spring soups strike the perfect balance—substantial enough for those still-cool evenings yet refreshingly lighter compared to the heavier winter soups we've relied on for months.
From delicate asparagus purees to colorful vegetable medleys, these healthy soup recipes make ideal spring dinner ideas that celebrate seasonal bounty. Many can simmer away in your slow cooker while you're out enjoying the longer days, returning home to a kitchen filled with enticing aromas. Pair these soups with fresh spring salads for an utterly healthy dinner, or feature an elegant version as an Easter soup to start your holiday meal.
The beauty of spring soup recipes is how they transform simple veggies into something truly special—nourishing, flavorful, and perfectly aligned with the season's promise of renewal.
Courgette Tomato and Basil Soup
Courgette Tomato and Basil Soup is a vibrant soup that combines garden-fresh courgettes with juicy tomatoes and aromatic basil. It's our go-to recipe when summer squashes multiply faster than we can pick them! Equally delicious served immediately or frozen for later, this comforting blend captures sunshine flavors in a bowl—perfect for those unexpected rainy summer days.
Lentil Soup
This hearty lentil soup whips up quickly from simple pantry staples. We love how basic spices transform humble lentils into something truly satisfying. A handful of fresh greens and a squeeze of lemon brighten each bowlful. It's become our go-to comfort meal on busy weeknights—nourishing and deliciously simple.
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Creamy Leek & Bean Soup
A hearty twist on the classic leek and potato soup, this creamy leek and bean version swaps potatoes for protein-rich cannellini beans. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a nutritious, low-fat option that still delivers comfort. The spinach adds a fresh pop of color and nutrients, while a touch of milk creates silky smoothness without heaviness.
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Italian Wedding Soup
Italian Wedding Soup is a cozy, homemade delight highlighting tiny, juicy meatballs swimming in rich broth alongside fresh spinach and small pasta shapes. The simple mixture creates something truly gratifying—fantastic for making in batches and freezing for quick lunches. Although rolling the bite-sized meatballs might take time, the flavorful results are absolutely worth it.
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Chicken Gnocchi Pesto Soup
This comforting Chicken Gnocchi Pesto Soup was inspired by a restaurant favorite and simplified for home cooking. Tender potato gnocchi and rotisserie chicken swim in a creamy garlic Alfredo base brightened with fresh spinach and a dollop of pesto on top. Ready in minutes, it's a satisfying weeknight solution when you crave something hearty and homemade.
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Corn Chowder
Homemade corn chowder brings sweet corn and tender potatoes swimming in a velvety broth that warms you from the inside. It's surprisingly versatile, too; fresh corn delivers exceptional flavor, but frozen or canned works brilliantly off-season. Each spoonful carries little bursts of corn sweetness balanced with savory bacon. And it's comfort food that actually improves overnight in the fridge!
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Spinach Soup
This is a vibrant spinach soup that transforms skeptics into fans. The one-pot wonder melds fresh spinach with aromatic seasonings and chickpea flour for a velvety texture that celebrates, rather than overwhelms, spinach's earthy flavor. Top it with coconut cream for extra richness. And it pairs beautifully with crusty bread or as a light meal with a side salad, too.
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Asparagus Soup
The velvety Asparagus Soup is bursting with spring flavors, blending sweet peas and savory chives. This 30-minute vegan delight showcases the vibrant taste of seasonal asparagus without heavy cream. Enjoy it as an elegant starter or casual lunch with crusty bread. Try adding mint for freshness or feta and a poached egg for heartiness.
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Cucumber, Pea & Lettuce Soup
Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant green soup brings together crisp cucumber, sweet peas and fresh lettuce in a light, refreshing blend. And it's a nutritious option packed with three of your five-a-day veggies. Serve hot for a comforting lunch or chilled on warmer days—either way, a dollop of yogurt and a slice of rye bread make incredible companions.
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Minty Pea & Potato Soup
What can we say about this simple yet satisfying Minty Pea & Potato Soup that comes together in just 30 minutes? They are chunky potatoes, and sweet peas swim in a velvety broth, brightened with fresh mint for an unexpected twist. Some veggies remain whole for texture, while the rest blend into a silky base. Hearty enough for dinner, and it warms you up without weighing you down.
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Nettle Soup
It's a silky, vibrant soup showcasing the intense flavor of foraged stinging nettles. The recipe skips traditional blanching in favor of gentle steaming to preserve the greens' rich character. The secret? Pre-boiling potatoes separately before adding them to the soup, allowing the nettles to shine without starchy interference. So good it outshone truffles and foie gras at a high-end CEO dinner.
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Taco Soup
Taco soup fuses ground beef, beans, colorful veggies, and spiced tomato broth into a flavor-packed dish that's incredibly simple to make. You can load it with your favorite toppings like avocado, cheese, or chips for a complete meal. Make it with homemade seasonings or store-bought mixes when you're in a hurry.
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Creamy Radish Soup
This simple yet elegant creamy radish soup alters humble roots into a silky, comforting bowl. The sautéed radishes coalesce with potato for a velvety texture that tames any sharpness while highlighting their sweet, earthy notes. Its smaller radishes create a gorgeous pink hue, while larger ones yield a more subtle white soup. Packed with vitamin C and cancer-fighting compounds, it's as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Pea & Watercress Soup
This vibrant watercress and pea soup brings a peppery kick, balanced with a zesty lemon-herb drizzle. You can make it ready in under 25 minutes as it transforms simple ingredients into a sophisticated lunch. The smooth, green base gets depth from sautéed onions and garlic, while the fresh mint-parsley topping adds brightness and contrast to each spoonful.
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Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup
Thick, velvety, and incredibly comforting, this slow cooker broccoli cheese soup is a homemade take on the Panera favorite. Just toss ingredients in your crockpot, walk away, and return hours later to blend. It's hassle-free cooking that delivers all the cheesy goodness you crave without the fuss of stovetop prep.
Turkey Dumpling Soup
The soul-warming Turkey Dumpling Soup changes leftover holiday turkey into something extraordinary. The tender dumplings float in rich broth alongside chunks of turkey and sweet corn. This comforting bowl delivers homemade goodness without fuss—simple enough for weeknights yet impressive for company. The fluffy dumplings are the crowning touch on what might become your family's new cold-weather favorite.
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Creamy Spinach Soup
Creamy Spinach Soup is a warming spinach soup that blends fresh greens with a velvety base of half-and-half for a comforting bowl that comes together in just 45 minutes. The gentle simmer of onions, butter and flour creates a silky texture that hugs each spoonful of vibrant spinach. Top with a handful of crunchy croutons and you'll have the perfect lunch or dinner starter.
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Minted Pea Soup
This vibrant Minted Pea Soup brings spring to your table in just 30 minutes. Compounding fresh (or frozen) peas with mint creates a refreshingly light dish that's surprisingly simple to make in one pot. Add your choice of toppings—from truffle oil to chili flakes—for extra flair. Naturally gluten-free and easily made vegan, it's a versatile soup that works as a starter or light meal.
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Broccoli & Kale Green Soup
Broccoli & Kale Green Soup is creamy and vibrant while transforming skeptics into believers. Don't be put off by its intense color—herbs and spices exalt simple greens into something truly pleasant. Packed with nutrients from parsley, garlic, kale and broccoli—it's a revitalizing meal when you're feeling run down or simply craving something wholesome. It's ready in 45 minutes and accommodates multiple dietary needs.
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Creamy Mushroom Soup
Velvety mushroom soup without a drop of cream? Yes, it's possible! This cozy, soul-warming dish gets its silky texture from simply blending the mushrooms. It's surprisingly simple to make at home, proving that sometimes the most humble ingredients create the most satisfying meals. A fungi-forward delight worth adding to your rotation.
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