Top 10 Healthy Soup Recipes To Try This Winter

Healthy Soup Recipes

There is nothing that soothes better than a warm, piping bowl of soup when winter is at the door. Healthy soups are good for you, but it is also nutritious and can powerfully boost your immune system as the winter weather extends on. Whether you are in the mood for hearty-vegetable soup, or maybe you want something lighter, there are healthy soup recipes that you can cook right up at home. In this blog, we share top ten healthy soup recipes to try this winter.

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1. Green Pesto Minestrone

Green Pesto Minestrone

Rich in fresh, crisp vegetables and balanced by the bright, citrusy acidity of the pesto, this soup is a refreshing take on a classic. Serve with garlic flatbread and a generous grating of Parmesan for an easy, comforting dinner. But, indeed, the very best thing about this vegetable soup is that it is the simplest dinner you can make because you can just throw in some extra greens into the soup. Therefore, it is a great addition either to lunch or dinner.

 

2. Spiced Lentil & Butternut

Spiced Lentil & Butternut

If you want something a little more substantial, then you should try the Spiced Lentil & Butternut Squash Soup. It is full of protein and fibre, so really makes for a filling and healthy soup. The sweetness of the butternut squash adds to it, and the spices used just give it that warm kick. Great for batch cooking-just stick all the ingredients in one large pot and then freeze the leftovers for lunches later. Probably one of the healthiest soups you can have on a cold winter's day.

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3. Leek, Pea, and Watercress Soup

Leek, Pea, and Watercress Soup

In the mood for something pale green, gorgeous, and emerald soup that is almost as healthy as it tastes? You are in luck because there comes Leek, Pea & Watercress Soup that tastes almost too good to be true. This healthy soup recipe is low in calories but high in vitamins, minerals, and fibre. It is a sweet leek soup, peas, and watercress, giving way to freshness. Stunning flavour, light on the palate yet nourishing for that midweek meal-even vegan-friendly.

 

4. Cauliflower & Broccoli Soup with Seedy Crumble

Cauliflower & Broccoli Soup with Seedy Crumble

Feeling a creamy soup but do not want it to be heavy? Well, this Cauliflower & Broccoli Soup is the ticket. There, all of it is going to be topped with a very seedy crumble that enhances it in both texture and flavour without ever needing to add heavy cream. Cauliflower and broccoli are both antioxidant-rich, which makes this tasty soup, also a real goodie for you.

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5. Healthy Pumpkin Soup

Healthy Pumpkin Soup

And when it is pumpkins season, you can get a head start with this comforting yet healthy little gem made with easy Pumpkin Soup. Creamy and packed with vitamins, it is even yummy over savoury granola with added crunch, pumpkins are a great source of vitamin A, which is good for your health and eyes. So this soup is not only a great warm-up for the winter months but also a healthy one.

 

6. Orzo & Chickpea Soup

Orzo & Chickpea Soup

Orzo & Chickpea Soup is an excellent low-calorie, high-fibre dish. With protein and fibre from chickpeas, orzo gives this soup a good body. It is one of the wonderful recipes for weeknights as it would take no time at all to prepare, fill you up, and feel just perfect. Sprinkle a bit of Parmesan over, and it completes the bowl of healthy goodness in no time.

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7. Winter Vegetable and Lentil Soup

Winter Vegetable and Lentil Soup

Amongst a few things that scream winter comfort, one bowl of Winter Vegetable & Lentil Soup stands out with its swarm of seasonal veggies and a nutritional dose of lentils. One is sure to taste exceptional, forming one of the healthiest soup recipes you could make. It is a fine source of vitamin C and many other desired nutrients which keep your immunity system well, thus perfect for keeping away winter colds.

 

8. Scotch Broth

Scotch Broth

If you are in a nostalgic mood, then Scotch Broth is quite filling to consume. Packed with grains and vegetables, it is wonderfully nourishing. It is a slow-cooked soup, which develops deep flavours as the cooking time lengthens, great to make on a lazy winter weekend served with crusty bread.

 

9. Mushroom & Potato Soup

Mushroom & Potato Soup

For mushroom lovers looking for a healthy soup with low in calories,  try this earthy flavours of mushrooms blend with potatoes in the Mushroom & Potato Soup. This serving will be a perfect warming, nutritious meal. Mushrooms are a good source of B vitamins and antioxidants, so this soup would be an excellent immunity-boosting choice for winter months.

 

10. Thai Curry Noodle Soup

Thai Curry Noodle Soup

For some spice and a lot of flavours, try Thai Curry Noodle Soup. Its Asian flavours combined with healthy ingredients will mean this food will bring you together vegetables and rice noodles in a fragrant curry broth. And it is just what is needed to not only satisfy your craving for something spicy, but also fill the soup with antioxidants and vitamins. It does well for days when a healthy meal is desired without compromising on punchy flavours.

 

Summing Up

With winter finally coming, here is your chance to try some of these deliciously healthy soup recipes. Of course, this is not forgetting the method of keeping warm as well while having a healthy meal in your soup to support the system as a whole.


These soup recipes are very easy to prepare, packed with flavour, and are great ways to keep you fuelled through the colder months. So, grab your non-stick deep-frying pan and start cooking your way through these healthy and delicious dishes.

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