41 Healthy and Hearty Soup Recipes

Updated by Food Network Canada Editors on February 16, 2018

Warm yourself from the inside out with these nutritious and delicious soup recipes filled with hearty lentils, beans, chicken and tons of seasonal veggies.

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Vegetarian Beet Borscht

Borscht is comfort food from a simpler time. Puréed or chunky, with or without potatoes, hot or cold — this sweet, hearty yet simple borscht is sure to please all your Seder guests. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegetarian-beet-borscht/17892/" target="_blank">Vegetarian Beet Borscht</a>
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Dal Soup

We love a hearty bowl of lentil soup at the end of a chilly day. This recipe has just the right amount of spice and will fill your home with amazing aromas as it simmers on the stove. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/dal-soup/11332/">Dal Soup</a>
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Chicken Noodle Soup

Hot, delicious chicken noodle soup is a cold- and flu-fighting miracle, and Alton’s take on this classic dish is shockingly easy to make, offering healthy, hearty soup in a jiffy, while delivering significantly more nutrition than canned varieties. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/alton-browns-chicken-noodle-soup/17373/" target="_blank">Alton Brown's Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Curried Lentil Soup with Spicy Cauliflower

This soup definitely fulfills its goal on the aromatic spectrum. The cauliflower still has crunch to it so it makes a contrasting garnish in texture and taste to this comforting soup. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/curried-lentil-soup-with-spicy-cauliflower/12785/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Curried Lentil Soup with Spicy Cauliflower</a>
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Lentil Vegetable Soup

Lentils and vegetables team up to make a deliciously filling soup. Get the recipe <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lentil-vegetable-soup/10527/" target="_blank">Ricardo's Lentil Vegetable Soup</a>
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Sausage, Kale and Lentil Soup

A hearty, filling soup that's full of earthy lentils, healthy kale and hot sausage to keep you warm all day long. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sausage-kale-and-lentil-soup/17395/" target="_blank">Rachael Ray’s Sausage, Kale and Lentil Soup</a>
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Barley and Bean Soup

This hearty soup filled with healthy lentils, barley and baby spinach is an easy (and tasty) way to pack in those veggies! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/barley-and-bean-soup/17358/" target="_blank">Ricardo's Barley and Bean Soup</a>
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Chicken and Rice Soup

A perennial, cold-weather comfort food. Make a double batch of this hearty, freezer-friendly soup, so you’ll always have a bowl on hand when you are feeling under the weather. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-rice-soup/15639/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Chicken and Rice Soup</a>
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Tomato Soup with Parmesan Croutons

The best part of this rustic soup is that your chopping doesn’t have to be pretty. Carrots, onions and garlic are sauteed then pureed to perfection, along with canned tomatoes and chicken stock for a simple Saturday lunch or quick weeknight dinner. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tomato-soup-with-parmesan-croutons/15637/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Tomato Soup with Parmesan Croutons</a>
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Chicken and Quinoa Soup

Starchy noodles are replaced with quinoa for a warming winter bowl of soup that’s as cozy as can be. Curl up on the couch with this soothing meal and satisfy your comfort food cravings. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-and-quinoa-soup/18029/" target="_blank">Chicken and Quinoa Soup</a>
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Cabbage Roll Soup

Don't know what to do with leftover cabbage rolls? Transform them into a unique and hearty soup! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cabbage-roll-soup/14119/" target="_blank">Cabbage Roll Soup</a>
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Kielbasa, Potato and Cabbage Soup

This hearty European soup from Rachael Ray is flavoured with lager and fresh lemon juice. Serve with a dollop of crème fraiche and a sprinkle of fresh dill. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/kielbasa-potato-and-cabbage-soup/15735/" target="_blank">Rachael Ray’s Kielbasa, Potato and Cabbage Soup</a>
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Cabbage and Beet Soup

Packed with colourful beets, healthy cabbage and hearty potatoes, this recipe delivers big on flavour. Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cabbage-and-beet-soup/9509/">Ricardo's Cabbage and Beet Soup</a>
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Best-Ever Faux Pho

Pho, the Vietnamese rice noodle soup dish (pronounced “fuh?” with the inflection), has quickly become a go-to comfort food for many. Its distinctive blend of aromatics and hearty ingredients makes for a super satisfying meal any day of the week. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/made-easy-best-ever-faux-pho-broth-quick-pickles/32607/">Best-Ever Faux Pho</a>
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Slow-Cooker Split Pea Soup

Soup season has finally arrived, and nothing feels better than cozying up with this Canadian classic. Deliciously simple and satisfying, this soup will fill your home with a comforting aroma of fall cooking, simultaneously delivering a substantial amount of fibre, protein and iron. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-split-pea-soup/17455/" target="_blank">Slow-Cooker Split Pea Soup</a>
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Parker’s Split Pea Soup

Split peas are high in protein, fibre, iron and a variety of minerals, making them one of the healthiest options for the original one-pot meal; soup. Jazz up the colour with a handful of fresh spring peas if you have them on hand. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/parkers-split-pea-soup/17343/" target="_blank">Parker’s Split Pea Soup</a>
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Celery Root Stew

This knobby root doesn’t look very appealing, but once you peel back its ugly skin, you’re left with a light, parsley-scented veggie that makes a delicate yet filling winter soup. Perfect for the chilliest winter days! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/celery-root-stew-from-the-hot-plate-811/" target="_blank">Celery Root Stew</a>
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Vegetable Soup with Mixed Greens

You don’t have to eat cold salad on cold days unless you want to. Packed with fresh greens and lentils, this dish offers the nutrients of salad, but in a warming, comforting soup. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/spring-vegetable-mixed-greens-soup/#!Mixed-Greens-Soup" target="_blank">Vegetable Soup with Mixed Greens</a>
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Vegetable Soup with Mixed Greens

When the days are short and the chill sets in, get this soup bubbling for a comforting veggie-filled lunch with a hearty dose of winter greens. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegetable-soup-with-mixed-greens/15751/" target="_blank">Rachael Ray’s Vegetable Soup with Mixed Greens</a>
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Garden Vegetable Soup

All the flavours of summer are found in one warm bowl you can curl up with on a winter day. Make this soup even more nourishing by adding whatever vegetables you have on hand. Root veggies like turnips or sweet potatoes would be a great addition. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/garden-vegetable-soup/15933/">Garden Vegetable Soup</a>
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Vegetarian Mexican Tortilla Soup

Spice up your lunch or dinner with this vegetarian soup, loaded with herbs, spices, corn, tomatoes, onions, garlic and rice. Don’t forget the tortilla crisps for added crunch! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegetarian-mexican-tortilla-soup/14078/">Vegetarian Mexican Tortilla Soup</a>
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Winter Minestrone

Swimming with vegetables and filled out with Swiss chard, potatoes and plenty of fibre-rich beans, this winter soup will fill you up without all the guilt. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/winter-minestrone/17267/" target="_blank">Winter Minestrone</a>.
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Grilled Chicken Vegetable Soup

Grilled chicken adds a smoky element to this fragrant, hearty soup that you'll want to enjoy for dinner and then lunch the following day. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-chicken-vegetable-soup/17823/" target="_blank">Valerie Bertinelli’s Grilled Chicken Vegetable Soup</a>
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Cold Kicker Stew

While no other puny lettuce leaves could survive swimming in a steaming bowl of soup or stew, kale’s strong build makes it the ideal vegetable for a hot brothy meal. Get a recipe for recipe <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cold-kicker-stew/14059/">Cold Kicker Stew</a>
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Chicken Noodle Soup with Zucchini Noodles

If you're feeling under the weather (and even if you’re not), this chicken “zoodle” soup will iron out any wrinkles in your day. Instead of carb-heavy pasta, nutritious zucchini noodles provide the slurpable texture we know and love in the classic soup. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-noodle-soup-with-zucchini-noodles/18122/" target="_blank">Chicken Noodle Soup with Zucchini Noodles</a>
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Tyler Florence's Chicken Noodle Soup

Turn Sunday’s roast chicken into a luxurious chicken soup with onions, carrots and celery, then jazz it up with whole black peppercorns, bay leaf and fresh parsley tied together with kitchen twine. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tyler-florences-chicken-noodle-soup/17387/" target="_blank">Tyler Florence's Chicken Noodle Soup</a>
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Vegan “Chicken” Noodle Soup

If you're vegan or vegetarian and still want the warmth and comfort of those go-to fall foods, this twist on the classic chicken noodle soup is for you. Meatless chicken strips add protein and a similar "meaty" texture as regular shredded chicken, with the rest of the ingredients staying true to the classic dish. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/special-diets/blog/how-to-make-vegan-chicken-noodle-soup/" target="_blank">Vegan “Chicken” Noodle Soup</a>
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Miso Soup with Cod

Inspired by Hokkaido, Japan: Silky miso cod transforms a simple soup into a dish worth travelling for. But instead of taking the long trip to Japan’s northernmost island, you can celebrate its bountiful seafood and slurp-able noodles at home. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mellow-white-miso-soup-with-cod-baby-bok-choy-sriracha-and-lime/15198/" target="_blank">Miso Soup with Cod</a>
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Beans

With a bone-white hue, this hearty bean is a calcium superstar providing 100 mg of calcium per half-cup serving. With a creamy texture, you’ll be able to skip the dairy and up the protein in any number of dishes — even sneaking a few in a smoothie works. If savoury is more your style, this lean protein and calcium-packed soup will keep you feeling strong all week long. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/garlicky-turkey-kale-soup-with-pasta-white-beans-and-tomatoes/15182/" target="_blank">Garlicky Turkey Kale Soup with Pasta, White Beans and Tomatoes</a>
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Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

Turn a leftover turkey drumstick into a creamy, bean soup that’s filled with fresh carrots, garlic and onions. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-black-bean-soup-with-turkey/17453/" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup</a>
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Black Bean Yum Tum Soup

A healthful, colourful soup filled with kale, beans, brown rice and sweet potatoes. Turn this soup into a meal by serving with homemade rolls or a thick slice of cornbread. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/black-bean-yum-tum-soup/14258/">Black Bean Yum Tum Soup</a>
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Low Sodium Hearty Beef and Barley Soup

This heart-healthy soup is easy to make and can be made ahead of time--it tastes even better the more you cook it!Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/low-sodium-hearty-beef-and-barley-soup/13152" target="_blank">Low Sodium Hearty Beef and Barley Soup</a>
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Carrot, Sweet Potato and Squash Soup

This delectable autumn-flavoured soup can be served as a started or paired with a salad for a well-rounded dinner meal. et the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/carrot-sweet-potato-and-squash-soup/15042/" target="_blank">Rachael Ray's Carrot, Sweet Potato and Squash Soup</a>
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Curried Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup

This veggie-packed soup is spiced with curry, fresh ginger and garlic and cooled down with a hint of yogurt. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/curried-carrot-and-sweet-potato-soup/17177/" target="_blank">Curried Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup</a>
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Chicken and Rice Soup

Last night’s leftovers become a cozy bowl of goodness that will prepare you for the chilly nights ahead. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-and-rice-soup/15694/" target="_blank">Nancy Fuller’s Chicken and Rice Soup</a>
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Lily’s Chicken Soup

This hearty Jamaican soup eats like a meal with chicken, seafood, veggies and lots of spice. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/lilys-chicken-soup/6288/" target="_blank">Lily’s Chicken Soup.</a>
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Chicken and Spinach Tortellini Soup

A quick and easy dish great for busy weeknights or weekend lunches with the whole family. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-and-spinach-tortellini-soup/12204/" target="_blank">Chicken and Spinach Tortellini Soup</a>
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Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Soup

Let your slow cooker work its magic by turning simple ingredients like chicken, veggies, beans and spices into a bowl full of Mexican-inspired flavours. Top with crunchy tortilla chips, cheese and sour cream, and enjoy a no-fuss dinner. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-mexican-chicken-soup/18897/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Soup</a>
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Spicy Tomato Soup

This robust tomato soup has a fiery kick that will chase any winter blues away. San Marzano tomatoes add a rich, bold flavour to the marinara sauce, red pepper flakes pack a spicy punch and cannelloni beans and pasta bulk up the soup. A quick and easy meal that comes together in under 15 minutes! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/quick-and-spicy-tomato-soup/17282/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis’ Quick and Spicy Tomato Soup</a>
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Coconut and Acorn Squash Bisque

Combat the cold with a warming Thai-fusion soup featuring red potatoes, acorn squash, garlic, coconut milk and red curry. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/coconut-and-acorn-squash-bisque/14007/" target="_blank">Coconut and Acorn Squash Bisque Soup</a>
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Chicken Broth 2

Keep this chicken broth recipe up your sleeve – and in the freezer – for homemade soups, stews, risottos and gravies at a moment’s notice. Save leftover bones from your roasted chicken for the best flavour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/michael-smiths-chicken-broth-2/21302/" target="_blank">Michael Smith’s Chicken Broth 2</a>
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