19 Quick Soup Recipes Loaded with Fresh Produce (2024)

Leave the canned soups on the grocery store shelves—you can make a hearty, delicious dinner just as fast using fresh ingredients. Featuring recipes for a fresh tomato soup and a warming seafood stew, these fast and fresh soups and stews are filling and satisfying. Even better? Each of these recipes can be on your table in 45 minutes or less. Easily whip up a comforting bowl, no matter how busy your weeknight is.

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Rosemary and Ravioli Chicken Soup

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Chicken noodle soup gets a veggie-filled upgrade when you replace plain noodles with spinach ravioli and stir in fresh green beans. To make this meal extra fast, start with packaged ravioli and a roasted chicken from the grocery store. Then just simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until this fresh fall soup is ready.

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Fresh Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

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No more canned tomato soup for you. With six medium tomatoes, a handful of ingredients, and 30 minutes, you can make your own bowl of fresh tomato soup goodness. All you're missing is a gooey grilled cheese on the side.

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Confetti Chicken Big Bowl

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Make an entire meal in your Dutch oven with this easy chicken stew recipe. Broccoli, carrots, and snow peas bulk up this bright and colorful stew while a double packet of ramen noodles makes it hearty enough to enjoy all on its own. Your ramen game just got better!

Buy It: Lodge Dutch Oven ($80, Target)

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Fast Shrimp Bisque

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The heaping teaspoons of Old Bay seasoning that go into this fast and fresh seafood bisque are enough to make any Marylander proud. This satisfying seafood dinner comes together in just 25 minutes but tastes like it's been simmering all day. Whether you use fresh or frozen shrimp (we recommend fresh!), make sure not to skimp on the anchovy paste.

Buy It: McCormick Old Bay Seasoning ($4, Target)

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Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup

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Nothing tastes better than a bowl of chicken soup—especially when it only takes 40 minutes to make. Fresh shallots and asparagus make each bite burst with flavor, but it's the shredded cheese and diced ham that make this quick chicken soup sing. A dollop of Dijon mustard stirred in just before finished gives this hearty soup a tangy finish.

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Butternut Squash Soup with Ravioli

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The best fall soups and stews are ready right as the chill sets in. When the weather gets chilly, our favorite way to warm up is a piping hot bowl of fresh butternut squash soup. You can make this fresh soup a little heartier by adding cheese ravioli, and you can pump up the winter flavors with a drizzle of molasses on top.

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Broccoli-Cheese Soup

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There's not much better than a comforting bowl of broccoli-cheese soup on a chilly day. Except maybe a fresh broccoli-cheese soup that's ready in just 25 minutes! The bread bowls are optional in this fast broccoli-cheese soup recipe, but the extra cheese sprinkled on top is something your dinner guests won't want to miss.

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Italian Spinach Soup

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You can serve up a bright green bowl of spinach tonight, but it's not a salad we're craving. It's soup. Over a pound of fresh spinach gives this soup its signature color, while Italian seasoning and garlic add an Italian-inspired flair.

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Tuscan Bean Soup

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Italian seasoning is the secret to developing Tuscan flavors in this bowl of cannellini beans, carrots, and spinach. To guarantee this soup is ready to eat in 20 minutes, start with packaged baby carrots and spinach. Unlike many fresh soup recipes, this soup freezes well (up to 3 months), so make a double batch to eat some and freeze some for a later date.

Fresh Corn and Chicken Chowder

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When we think of chowder, we don't usually picture fresh ingredients. This fresh corn chowder recipe, however, is an exception. Loaded with four full ears of sweet corn, it still has all the creamy richness we love—and the best part is it's done in just 30 minutes.

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Curried Vegetable Soup

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Wave goodbye to blah and boring canned vegetable soups. A scoop of curry powder gives the cauliflower and baby peas in this recipe much more heat and flavor. This fresh vegetable soup is vegan friendly with its creamy coconut milk base.

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Healthy Minestrone

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Most veggie-loaded minestrones are a relatively healthy choice, but this fresh and fast soup recipe goes a step further and keeps the sodium low. Cannellini beans add protein to this zucchini, carrot, and Swiss chard soup. Sprinkle bowls with a pinch of fresh oregano for the perfect finishing touch.

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Creamy Potato and Asparagus Soup

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Fresh asparagus soup gets a little extra creamy when it's blended with potatoes and evaporated milk. If you're missing the meat in this veggie-centric soup, top each bowl with crumbles of crispy bacon. Other toppings that make this soup stand out include fresh parsley, lemon peel, or freshly ground pepper.

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Broccoli-Potato Soup with Greens

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Fall soups and stews should be hearty and quick to satisfy. This fresh broccoli soup recipe is both. You can't make dinner much faster than this 13-minute broccoli and potato recipe. If 3 cups of broccoli aren't enough veggies for you, include another 2 cups of winter greens.

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Spring Chicken Stew

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Nothing tastes better than a bowl of chicken stew—especially when it only takes seven ingredients and 30 minutes to make. Fresh carrots and bok choy make each bite taste like spring (no matter what season you serve this soup in).

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Garden Greens and Mushroom Soup

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Soup or salad? This fresh mushroom soup recipe turns your favorite salad greens into a creamy, craveable soup. A trio of fresh greens (spinach, arugula, and parsley) are the stars of this recipe, while potatoes and sautéed mushrooms add heartiness.

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Fresh Corn Soup

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Fresh market soups are a standout in the kitchen, and this fast and fresh corn soup is as fresh as it gets. A pinch of grated nutmeg spices up this sweet soup, made from farm-fresh corn, sweet onions, and milk. Add fresh kernels on top of individual bowls for added texture and picture-perfect presentation.

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Soba Noodle Bowl

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Infuse plain chicken noodle soup with Asian-inspired flavors by adding soy sauce to your usual chicken broth. Carrots, sugar snap peas, and a jalapeño pepper keep their crunch in this satisfying soup. Using soba noodles provides a nice break from regular pasta in this fresh chicken noodle soup recipe.

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Pea Soup

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Leeks and onions and peas, oh my! The freshness of this soup is just unreal. The créme fraiche is whisked in just before this fresh pea soup is done (just 8 minutes of cooking time!), and then it's just a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives and this soup is ready for slurping a spoonful at a time.

19 Quick Soup Recipes Loaded with Fresh Produce (2024)

FAQs

What are the best vegetables to add to soup? ›

Benefits of vegetables to try with your next soup
  • Leeks. Leeks are great greens that pack a ton of flavor. ...
  • Squash. What is a more filling veggie than squash? ...
  • Mushrooms. Mushrooms can change up the texture of a dish while also adding flavor. ...
  • Okra. ...
  • Cabbage. ...
  • Cauliflower. ...
  • Broccoli. ...
  • Bell Peppers.

What soup is made from fresh vegetables and served cold? ›

Traditional gazpacho, a classic chilled soup made from pureed fresh vegetables, comes from the south of Spain, where summers are notoriously hot, and vegetables are abundant.

What is the secret ingredient in soup? ›

It may sound a bit strange and unusual for some, but vinegar is a common ingredient in some soup recipes, and there is a good reason for it. If you think about it, vinegar is really a flavor-enhancer (umami). That's why it is so often used in cooking, sauces, and salad dressings. The same is true with soups.

When should you add vegetables to soup? ›

Start by sautéing onions, garlic, maybe celery, then adding the water and beans, and simmering. Add the carrots in the last half hour or so or when the beans are close to tender.

What can I add to my vegetable soup to give it more flavor? ›

Dried herbs and seasonings: homemade seasoned salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and dried bay leaves lend flavor to the soup.

What is a cold soup made of tomatoes and raw vegetables blended together? ›

But at least it introduced me to Gazpacho, which Bonnie describes as “basically, salad in a blender.” Gazpacho is a raw, cold soup—it shouldn't be considered a cooked tomato soup that's served cold. No way! Gazpacho is fresh, textured, light, and such a delicious summer treat. I love it more every time I eat it.

Is it better to use frozen or fresh vegetables in soup? ›

Go with frozen when vegetables are out of season

Some veggies in your soup are always a good idea, but depending on what vegetables you're using and when you may opt for frozen. According to Taste of Home, when your recipe calls for vegetables that are out of season, frozen is often the better option.

Why do you put vinegar in soup? ›

Think of vinegar as the conductor of an orchestra. It can take a cacophony of flavors and sync them into perfect harmony. It both balances and awakens them. Plus, if you accidentally add too much salt to your soup, a little vinegar will tame the saltiness.

What makes homemade soup taste better? ›

Use fresh, good quality ingredients like vegetables and herbs. Add a little bit of vinegar or lemon juice to your soup to make it taste better. Use a high-quality broth or stock as a base for your soup. Roast or caramelize your vegetables before adding them to your soup to bring out their natural sweetness.

What gives soup the best flavor? ›

Herbs and spices add aroma, flavor, and intensity to soup broth. "Use fresh or dried basil in tomato-based recipes or fresh parsley to add freshness to clear broth soups," says Sofia Norton, RD. You can also go with more heat and spices.

What not to do when making soup? ›

“Low and slow” is the way to go, according to experts. Making soup from scratch seems relatively simple — you throw ingredients into a pot and let it simmer away. But small mistakes, like adding too much salt or putting all of your ingredients into the pot at once, can ruin the taste and texture.

Should onions be cooked before adding to soup? ›

You should. Traditionally, a mirepoix is made: diced onion, carrot, celery. Cooked SLOWLY in a sauce pan until the start to sweat, over medium-low heat for 10 minutes or so, stirring often — then added to the soup. This brings out the full flavor and makes the soup taste better.

What not to put in vegetable soup? ›

Avoid bitter greens and members of the brassica family (kale, cabbage, Bok Choy). Other greens can be used in small quantities. Good in small quantities (no more than 1/5 of the stock ingredients). Foods in the Brassica family, such as kohlrabi, are too strong for stock/broth and can impart a bitter taste.

What can I add to my soup to make it tastier? ›

Use fresh vegetables, high-quality meats or broth, and fresh herbs to add depth of flavor. Add acidity: A squeeze of lemon or lime juice, a dash of vinegar, or a splash of wine can brighten the flavors of a soup and make it taste more complex.

What can I add to soup to make it better? ›

These garnishes impart a little extra flavor and make your soup look restaurant-worthy.
  1. Chopped herbs, such as chives, cilantro, dill or parsley.
  2. Dusting of spice, such as cumin, paprika or white pepper.
  3. Lemon, lime or orange zest.
  4. Shaved, crumbled or grated cheese, such as feta, Parmesan or Pecorino.
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What vegetables are in a soup pack? ›

Pack consists of carrot, potato, onion, kohirabi or turnip, leeks, celery and parsley.

What greens go well in soup? ›

Making chicken noodle soup? Add some chopped kale, spinach, collards, or chard before adding the noodles and simmer until the greens are tender, 3 to 10 minutes (depending on which kind of green you're using).

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