These 12 Vegan Soup Recipes Are Easy to Make and 100% Meat-Free
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There aren't many dishes that are as satisfying to eat and as simple to make as soup. Typically, you can pull together a whole meal in just one pot, and within about 30 minutes. But if you're following a vegan lifestyle to support your health, out of concern for animal welfare, to reduce your environmental footprint, or for any other reason, finding vegan soup recipes can be a challenge.
Sure, you can crack open a can of pre-made vegan soup, but there are plenty of easy vegan soup recipes that allow you to create a cozy masterpiece in your own kitchen.
To help, we've rounded up 12 vegan soup recipes that will surely be regulars on your dinner rotation once you try them. From a hearty vegan potato soup recipe to a satisfying vegan lentil soup recipe and a coconut curry soup recipe, each one satisfies a different craving and is totally free of animal products — no meat, dairy, eggs, or honey. (There's even a vegan gazpacho soup recipe for when it's too hot outside to serve up a warm meal.)
Get your favorite soup spoon ready to dig into these vegan soup recipes that will get you excited for mealtime.
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Instant Pot Lentil Soup
Some lentil soup recipes use ham or beef broth to add flavor — but not this one. Whip up this vegan lentil soup recipe that can be made in the instant pot, making it a great option for busy people. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and plant-based protein (all thanks to the lentils) this hearty soup is a perfect nutritious vegan solution for mealtime.
Get the recipe: Instant Pot Lentil Soup
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Vegan Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
Butternut squash and apples are a flavor match made in heaven. Ideal during fall but delicious any time of year, this vegan veggie and fruit soup is simple to make and utterly satisfying to eat. Sprinkle your bowl with pumpkin seeds for a boost of healthy fats and plant-based protein, and enjoy it with a crusty piece of fresh bread on the side.
Get the recipe: Vegan Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
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Creamy Vegan Broccoli Avocado Soup
It doesn't take a lot of convincing to get people to eat avocado anything. This vegan soup is made with a base of potato, broccoli, and vegetable stock, then you garnish the dish with red pepper and avocado, which offers a dose of fiber and healthy fats. Plus, it can be made in advance — perfect for the meal-prepping crowd!
Get the recipe: Creamy Vegan Broccoli Avocado Soup
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Seriously Good Vegetable Soup
This list wouldn't be complete without a vegan vegetable soup recipe. This soup is ideal when you want a meal that's chock-full of healthy vegetables. You can customize the mix of veggies depending on what you have in your kitchen or what's in season, but potatoes, squash, green beans, bell pepper, cauliflower, zucchini, and leafy greens all make perfect adds. Enjoy this soup with a sandwich for a satisfying and simple lunch or dinner that's sure to brighten your day.
Get the recipe: Seriously Good Vegetable Soup
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Coconut Curry Soup
This coconut curry soup is packed with a combination of Thai flavors, including creamy coconut, zesty lime, and spicy curry. The addition of chickpeas makes this vegan soup a fantastic source of plant-based protein and fiber, giving it some serious staying power. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright addition of flavor.
Get the recipe: Coconut Curry Soup
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Healthy Potato Soup
Typical potato soups are made with bacon, cream, and butter — ingredients that are absolute no-gos on a vegan diet. This vegan potato soup is full of the flavor and coziness you'd expect from the dish, but without any animal products: just swap the milk in the recipe for your plant-based milk of choice. (One commenter recommends using creamy cashew milk.) This easy one-pot vegan potato soup recipe will be one of your new favorites.
Get the recipe: Healthy Potato Soup
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Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
This vegan cream of mushroom soup is made with umami-rich ingredients and takes only half an hour to make. Leaning on a creamy, dairy-free base made from vegetable broth, raw cashews, sherry vinegar, and white miso paste, this mushroom soup will please vegans and carnivores alike.
Get the recipe: Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
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Homemade Vegan Chili
A hearty bowl of vegan chili is sometimes just what you need when the weather is cool and you want to cozy up next to a fire. This homemade meatless chili is packed with beans and vegetables, and is vegan as long as you choose vegan toppings — such as cilantro or avocado instead of dairy-based ones like cheese or sour cream. This dish freezes well, so be sure to make extra!
Get the recipe: Homemade Vegan Chili
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Yellow Tomato Gazpacho
When it's warm outside, think beyond hot soups and enjoy a chilled vegan gazpacho instead. Made with tomatoes, cucumbers, bell pepper, and jalapeño, this light soup is simple to whip up and tastes super refreshing. Drizzle with olive oil before serving for an extra bit of oomph.
Get the recipe: Yellow Tomato Gazpacho
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Vegan Laksa Soup Recipe
Laksa is a Southeast Asian soup made with coconut milk and spicy curry paste. It's usually served with rice noodles, shrimp, or chicken, but it can also easily be made so it's vegan-friendly. You'll need to make some laksa paste, but once you do, you can freeze it and keep it on hand for the next time you want to make this or another laksa recipe. Use a blend of rice laksa noodles, zucchini noodles, and carrot noodles to get a mix of nutrients, flavors, and textures, plus plenty of veggies.
Get the recipe: Vegan Laksa
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Spicy Black Bean Soup
Topped with creamy avocados and packed with zingy spices, this black bean soup is naturally both vegan and gluten-free. Because the canned black beans fill this soup with protein and fiber, a bowl should leave you super satisfied. Enjoy it with some homemade or store-bought tortilla chips to add a salty, crunchy bit to every bit.
Get the recipe: Spicy Black Bean Soup
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Creamy Vegetable Soup
Don't let the word "creamy" fool you. While that adjective typically implies the use of dairy, this vegan soup recipe is an exception to that rule. This vegetable soup gets its unbelievably creamy texture thanks to a special ingredient: cashews. By soaking and blending the nuts, you get a similar broth base to one made with dairy, but completely plant-based. This vegan soup recipe is a stick-to-your-ribs dish that is perfect on chilly nights.
Get the recipe: Creamy Vegetable Soup