45+ Vegan Soup Recipes For Every Occasion
If you’re a soup lover, you’re in luck! This list of 45+ vegan soup recipes includes something for every occasion and season. Whether you’re looking for a recipe to impress your dinner guests, a comforting bowl of veggie soup for when you’re feeling under the weather, or a satisfying meal full of legumes or plant-based meat alternatives, we’ve got you covered!
Note: The vegan soup recipes included in this article are divided into categories for easy access, but many of them fit more than one category, so be sure to read the full article so you don’t miss any!
Vegan Soup Recipes For When You’re Hosting A Dinner Party
The following vegan soup recipes are perfect any time you’re hosting. They’re easy to make, but fancy enough to impress your dinner guests! You can, of course, also make them on a regular weeknight!
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Spicy Carrot Soup
A creamy and spicy soup made with carrots, coconut milk, ginger, chili, and lime topped with fresh dill, maple-glazed cashews and chili crisp oil. Served with toasted sourdough bread, this soup makes for a fabulous dinner party appetizer or entrée or a weeknight recipe you can meal prep!
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Restaurant Style Vegan Broccoli Cheese Soup
Creamy, comforting, and easy to make! This Vegan Broccoli Cheese Soup is just as delectable as the traditional feel-good soup, but without any dairy!
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The Creamiest Potato Soup with Crispy Fried Potato Skins
Think creamy, cheesy (but plant-based!), delicious. This potato soup is the ultimate comfort dish. Topped with crispy fried potato skins, it's also a wonderful recipe to make when you're having guests over for dinner!
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Thai Curry Coconut Udon Noodle Soup
This 1-Pot Tom Kha Gai inspired Vegan Thai Curry Coconut Udon Noodle Soup is perfect for a fall or winter night dinner or even a lunch with friends and family.
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Cauliflower Corn Soup with Za’atar Chili Crisp
A delicious roasted cauliflower soup recipe that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds. This creamy soup is made with roasted cauliflower, sweet corn, and topped with za’atar chili crisp oil for a unique flavor that pairs so well with the mild flavors of the soup.
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Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Roasted veggies blended with thick, creamy coconut milk and topped with pumpkin seeds, a drizzle of olive oil, cracked pepper and fresh dill. A super easy recipe to make for dinner!
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Creamy Roasted Plantain Soup
A delightful roasted plantain soup with a creamy and sweet taste, enriched by subtleties of zestiness – a remarkably tasty soup that can be enjoyed hot or cold.
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Best Vegan French Onion Soup
Indulge in the ultimate comfort with this Vegan French Onion Soup. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a rich, sweet, and savory delight. Caramelized onions take center stage, creating a luscious umami flavor. Topped with toasted baguette and melty vegan cheese, it’s a truly unforgettable experience. Whether you’re savoring it on a cozy evening or impressing guests, this soup will keep you coming back for more.
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Vegan Crab Bisque
with Mushrooms
Crab bisque is known for its smooth velvety texture, its rich flavor and subtle sweetness. This recipe has all of those same delicious characteristics but is dairy-free and completely vegan with oyster mushrooms standing in for the crab. Mushrooms are full of umami flavor and many varieties can even evoke flavors of seafood, making them perfect for this vegan crab bisque.
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Roasted Olive Tomato Soup
Roasted tomatoes, garlic and olives come together to create a delicious, warming soup full of umami flavors and creaminess. Enjoy this roasted olive tomato soup with a gooey vegan grilled cheese or a slice of freshly baked sourdough bread to bring it to the next level.
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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Soup
Creamy, satisfying, and delicious! This mushroom soup (made without dairy!) is pure comfort in a bowl.
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Vegan Noodle & Dumpling Soups
Love both soup and pasta (and/or dumplings)? Trust me when I say, they’re even better together! The following recipes (which include many by columnist & soup connoisseur Devorah Bowen) are so satisfying, you’ll want to make them again and again!
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Vegan Wonton Soup
This vegan wonton soup is a creative take on classic wonton soup, which is traditionally made with pork. Instead of pork, this recipe uses a plant-based pork alternative (which can be replaced with tofu or veggies). The ultimate cozy comfort meal!
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Vegan Instant Noodle Soup
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Vegan Dumpling Soup (with Chickpeas)
This vegan dumpling soup is the perfect hearty, cozy, and comforting feel-good soup. It’s satisfying, flavorful, and, thanks to the chickpeas, high in plant protein.
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Vegan Lasagna Soup (Easy, Comforting & Delicious)
This Vegan Lasagna Soup is cozy, comforting, and simply delicious. Inspired by traditional Italian lasagna, this soup comes together more easily, giving you all the same flavors with a less prep work.
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Vegan “Chicken” Noodle Soup
A veganized version of a hearty classic, this recipe is coziness in a bowl and perfect all year long.
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Pasta Fagioli (Italian Pasta & Bean Soup)
The most comforting bowl of pasta and beans! This pasta fagioli recipe is a vegan take on the classic Italian pasta and bean soup. It’s hearty, full of flavor, and absolutely delicious.
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Vegan Miso Noodle Soup
Not only is this soup easy to make, it’s so comforting and good for you. Protein from the tofu, iodine from the seaweed and probiotics from the miso. With a little something extra thanks to the chewy udon noodles and carrots.
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Cozy & Comforting Vegan Soups (To Make You Feel Better)
Need a cozy bowl for when you’re feeling under the weather or simply want a delicious, comforting meal? The following vegan soup recipes are here to bring you both!
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Vegan Pastina (Comforting Italian Noodle Soup)
Known as “Italian Penicillin”, this Italian noodle soup is the perfect comforting and soothing meal! This vegan pastina recipe is easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients.
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Comforting Classic Split Pea Soup
This classic split pea soup is easy to make, comforting, delicious, and all around perfect for a cozy, healthy, and satisfying meal.
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Quick & Easy Umami Soup (4 Ways)
The easiest quick & easy umami soup for when you need a pick me up that's ready in under 5 minutes!
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Creamy Vegan Potato Soup (with Horseradish)
This creamy potato soup with horseradish is easy to make, super cozy and comforting, delicious, and overall the perfect weeknight dinner.
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Cozy & Creamy Wild Rice Soup
This vegan & gluten-free wild rice soup is the perfect cozy recipe. It’s flavorful, earthy, creamy and is hearty enough for lunch or dinner.
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Mushroom Barley Soup
Indulge in the warmth of Mushroom Barley Soup, a classic comfort dish with a twist of miso paste and hearty potatoes. Perfect for chilly days.
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Protein-Rich Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup: A New Take on a Classic Dish
Savor a bowl of this delicious Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup, a protein-packed meal that takes comfort food to a new level. An easy, nutritious recipe that’s perfect for any day of the week.
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Vegan Hot & Sour Soup
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Loaded Vegan Potato Soup
This loaded vegan potato soup is thick, creamy, just like the most epic loaded potato. Add shredded vegan cheddar and it's a feast!
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Vegan Soups with Beans & Lentils
Legumes (which include both beans and lentils) are an excellent source of plant protein and fiber! The following list includes vegan soups that celebrate these nutrient-dense powerhouses!
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Nourishing White Bean & Cabbage Soup
Rich in plant protein, high in fiber and vitamin C, this soup is nourishing, filling, and delicious! Plus, it's super easy to make!
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1-Pot Tuscan White Bean Soup (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
This vegan Tuscan white bean soup is easy to make, delicious, comforting, and nourishing! All you need are a few simple and wholesome ingredients and you’ll have a high protein, gluten-free soup that makes for a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Shorbet Adas (Vegan Lentil Soup)
Looking for a simple and easy-to-make lentil soup that’s perfect for Ramadan? Try this Shorbet Adas recipe from Waseem Hijazi (aka Plant Based Arab). Packed with protein and aromatic flavors, this vegan soup is topped with crispy pita and optional homemade meatless meatballs.
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Green Minestrone Soup
Try this fresh and flavorful variation of the popular Italian soup with an abundance of green vegetables like asparagus, green beans, and spinach, and enjoy a healthy and protein-packed meal. Top it off with grated vegan parmesan and micro greens for added flavor and nutrition.
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Easy Vegan High Protein 3-Bean Soup
This high protein 3-bean soup is plant-based, gluten-free, comforting and super delicious! The perfect quick & easy vegan weeknight dinner idea.
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Classic Lentil Soup
Elevate your comfort food game with this Classic Lentil Soup! Bursting with green and red lentils, veggies, and aromatic spices, it's a simple, hearty delight. Perfect for cozy nights in!
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“Meaty” Vegan Soup Recipes That Will Make You Forget You’re Not Actually Eating Meat
The following vegan soup recipes are perfect for when you’re craving traditionally meat-based soups, but you want to skip the actual meat without sacrificing taste and texture!
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Caldo de Albóndigas (Veganized Mexican Meatball Soup)
This satisfying and comforting veggie ball soup is a vegan twist on traditional Mexican "Caldo de Albóndigas" (Meatball Soup), made entirely with plant-based ingredients.
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1-Pot Spanish-Style Potato & Vegan Chorizo Soup
This 1-pot Spanish-style potato and vegan chorizo soup is hearty and flavorful. The rich, spicy, and smoky broth is paired with plant-based chorizo for the ultimate comfort meal that is ideal for colder fall and winter days.
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Vegan Chicken Pot Pie Soup w/ Herbed Biscuits
A cozy, plant-based twist on a classic favorite, this Vegan Chicken Pot Pie Soup is rich and creamy, bursting with hearty vegetables and vegan chicken. Paired with delectable Herbed Biscuits, this comforting dish brings warmth and flavor to any mealtime.
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Vegan Italian Wedding Soup
A delicious and comforting vegan Italian Wedding Soup you can enjoy all year round. This soup is a true savory delight.
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Vegan Soups For Spring & Summer
The next vegan soup recipes are either served cold (as gazpachos) or made with seasonal summer ingredients, making them great for warmer weather!
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Cold Cucumber Soup (Easy, Creamy & Dairy-Free)
Made with the freshest seasonal ingredients, this cold cucumber soup is super refreshing and creamy. It can be enjoyed as an appetizer or as a main meal, perfect for a summertime lunch, dinner, or garden party.
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Vegan Elote Soup
This vegan elote soup is filled with all the vibrant flavors of Mexican-style street corn known as elote. It’s sweet, creamy, and has a wonderful little kick from the tajin and ancho chili pepper. Much like elote, it’s all about the toppings! Tangy crema, salty cheese, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, and lime juice. It’s easy to make and will probably become your summer go-to meal.
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Cream of Asparagus Soup (Easy Recipe)
This delicious cream of asparagus soup recipe is easy to make, flavorful and made with simple ingredients. The perfect vegan and gluten-free comforting soup recipe!
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Yellow Summer Gazpacho (Refreshing & Easy To Make)
This yellow gazpacho is the perfect summer recipe. It’s incredibly flavorful, refreshing, and an easy way to impress your dinner guests! It’s also entirely plant-based and dairy-free.
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The BEST Creamy & Comforting Vegan Potato Leek Soup
Savor the flavors of Spring with this easy-to-make Potato Leek Soup recipe. Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet leeks and creamy potatoes, paired with crunchy grilled sourdough bread for a satisfying lunch or dinner. A delightful vegan soup with a perfectly creamy texture for any day of the week.
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Summer Vegetable Chowder (Super Creamy & Easy to Make)
Celebrate the flavors of Summer with this delicious and satisfying vegetable chowder. This soup is perfectly creamy yet not too heavy!
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Creamy Tomato Zucchini Soup (Vegan & Easy to Make)
Looking for the perfect recipe to make with your fresh summer produce? This tomato zucchini soup is comforting, flavorful, easy to make, and super creamy (while being completely vegan & dairy-free). Add a little extra crunch with homemade croutons and voilà, enjoy your new favorite vegan soup recipe.
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Roasted Vegetable Tortilla Soup
Indulge in the bold, delicious flavors of the Roasted Vegetable Tortilla Soup; a perfect medley of fresh summer vegetables, aromatic spices, hearty beans, and crispy tortilla strips.
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Vegan Soups For Fall & Winter
While you’ll find plenty of “Soup Season” (aka Fall & Winter) themed vegan soup recipes throughout this whole article, here are a few more just in case!
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Spiced Butternut Squash Soup
This spiced butternut squash soup recipe is easy to make and the result is a wonderfully velvety and savory soup with a bit of sweetness.
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Vegan Borscht
The beets give this soup a wonderfully earthy and sweet flavor. Served with boiled potatoes and vegan sour cream creating a delicious “pink” mixture of textures. If you love beets then this is right up your alley!
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Easy Vegan Pumpkin Soup with Hidden Beans
This easy pumpkin soup is definitely one for the picky eaters! It’s thick, velvety and so full of flavor. Best of all, you get a nice protein kick thanks to the addition of cannellini beans, which are blended in and hidden in the creamy soup. This dish freezes beautifully too, so you can easily make a big batch and store it in the freezer for up to two months, then thaw and reheat it using your chosen method.
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Vegan Ukha (Plant-Based “Fish” Soup)
Ukha is a popular Eastern European soup, made with different fish and typically served on special occasions. It’s easy to make vegan, and you can even replicate a fish-like flavor using nori. Add in any other vegetables you have on hand, and replace the firm tofu with silken tofu if that’s what you prefer. This soup is best served with a side of crusty bread!
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Vegan Cream of Mushroom Soup
This soup uses a mixture of cauliflower and cashews to make it incredibly luscious and creamy— you won’t even taste the cauliflower. They cook in a steamer above the mushrooms while the mushrooms roast and caramelize. This soup is amazing and comforting as is; add truffle oil to take it to the next level.
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If you enjoy vegan soup recipes, you’ll love Best of Vegan columnist Devorah Bowen’s monthly column “The Art of Soups & Stews”. You can browse all recipes here. Also check out our Soup Recipe Archives, as well as our Stew Recipes Archives. Find even more delicious vegan recipes here and here.
