20 hearty, healthy soups to enjoy

One delicious slurp at a time.

May 29, 2022 2:00pm
There's plenty of new food to look forward to once the weather starts to cool, with an influx of fresh, autumnal produce, plenty of warming stews and, of course, bowls of hearty soups. These are our absolute favourites, the ones to reach for when you're craving a bit of comfort, warmth and nourishing. From classic chicken noodle soups to Chinese vegetable broths, plus creamy pumpkin soup and a curried soup with a kick, you'll be wishing the weather could stay cool all year round.
Looking for more vegetable soup recipes or more warming winter soups?
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Harissa and maple pumpkin soup

Give your pumpkin soup a fiery Moroccan twist.

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Slow-cooker ribollita

Leftovers never tasted so good!

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Warm up with this delicious chicken and mushroom soup - a true family favourite.

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Make yourself toasty warm with this thick, creamy mushroom soup, infused with garlic and olive oil.

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A true winter classic, pea and ham soup makes a satisfying lunch or dinner, and is divine served up in tiny cups for a winter cocktail party treat.

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Cauliflower cream soup with mushrooms

This creamy and fragrant vegetable soup works well as a feel-good meal starter in spring and autumn, or as a classic winter warmer.

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Broccoli and kale soup with lemon creme fraiche

Get your nutritious vegies while you warm your body and soul.

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Roasted tomato soup with broccoli pesto

Roasting tomatoes first adds a depth of flavour to this tasty tomato soup while the broccoli pesto gives it an added freshness.

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Warm, healthy and delicious- this curried vegetable soup is the perfect winter dinner for any night of the week. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

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This fresh and flavoursome gazpacho with feta and prawns certainly ticks all the boxes for dinner tonight - easy to prepare, nourishing, and oh-so-tasty!

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Slow cooked pumpkin soup

Hot, creamy and hearty, this beautiful comfort food recipe is absolutely beautiful and fragrant after slow cooking all day. The combination of sweet pumpkin and cream will warm your body and soul.

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Chinese noodle, tofu and vegetable soup

This Chinese style soup is very refreshing if you're looking for a quick and easy meat-free meal.

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Spice things up tonight with this sour Vietnamese soup. Light, fresh, and full of mouthwatering flavour. Suitable for the 2-Day Fast Diet.

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Brown rice congee with fried garlic

This traditional Asian dish is a savoury porridge made with rice, often served with meat and enjoyed any time of the day - even for breakfast! It's a great option for a wholesome, nourishing meal.

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Warm up the family with this hearty beef and vegetable soup on a cold winter's night.

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Barley and vegetable soup with crunchy seeds

Keep warm this winter with this beautiful, filling soup with a nutritious seed topping.

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Chai-roasted pumpkin soup with honey walnuts

Creamy pumpkin soup with an added walnut crunch. Perfect for lunch or a light dinner.

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Mexican spicy fish soup

Spice up dinner tonight with this authentic flavoursome Mexican spicy fish soup! Full of fresh, wholesome ingredients - the whole family will be coming back for more!

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Roast corn and quinoa chowder

Quinoa is one of only a handful of vegetarian ingredients that on their own contain all nine essential amino acids, making it a perfect meat substitute. Veg it up! By leaving the chicken out of the guacamole.

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