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    20 easy vegetarian soup recipes

    Published: Mar 10, 2022 · Modified: Oct 17, 2023 by Trish Bozeman · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    These are our 20 BEST vegetarian and vegan soup recipes! Easy vegetarian soups for busy weeknights that your whole family will love.

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    Hi, Rhubarbarians! We are sharing our best and most popular vegan and vegetarian soup recipes with you today.

    If you're family is anything like ours, soup isn't just for cooler months, it's a year round staple. Every season is soup season, right? We love making soup with all the veggies we have on hand throughout the seasons.

    These are our favorite soup recipes! Grab a slice of crusty bread and dig into a bowl of soup.

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    • Why you'll love these
    • The vegetarian soup recipes
    • Comments and reviews

    Why you'll love these

    These 20 soups are tried and true recipes that we've made again and again in our kitchen. All made with simple ingredients.

    They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner! We only have one vegetarian in our family (ahem.... me, Trish), but the entire family loves every single one of these recipes, including the 5 year old. Total score.

    Making soup is a great way to use up fresh veggies that you have in your fridge. Plus, most of these are fabulous as leftovers the next day.

    The vegetarian soup recipes

    • 1. Vegetable barley soup (Instant Pot or stove top) (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Easy Instant Pot vegetable soup with barley! This vegan vegetable barley soup recipe is rich with flavor and quick enough for a weeknight meal. The best homemade vegetable soup!

    A picture of a bowl of vegetable barley soup close up with a blue napkin on the left hand side.
    Vegetable barley soup with mushrooms
    Hearty and flavorful vegetable barley soup recipe with mushrooms! Instant Pot and stove top instructions for the perfect vegetarian barley soup.
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot vegetable barley soup in a white bowl
    • 2. Curried butternut squash and cauliflower soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Cozy curried butternut squash cauliflower soup recipe! This warm vegetable curry soup with rice is always a hit with the whole family. Such a delicious soup!

    vegan coconut curry soup recipe
    Curried butternut squash cauliflower soup
    Cozy curried butternut squash cauliflower soup recipe! This warm vegetable curry soup with rice is always a hit with the whole family.
    Check out this recipe
    Butternut squash cauliflower soup
    • 3. Vegan asparagus soup with pistachio cream (Vegan, vegetarian)

    30-minute vegan asparagus soup recipe from The Healthy Mind cookbook! Topped with pistachio cream, this is the best soup you will ever eat.

    A picture of two bowls of asparagus soup in white bowls with pistachios and mint leaves on top
    Creamy vegan asparagus soup
    30-minute creamy vegan asparagus soup recipe! You will love this roasted asparagus soup made with an herby, lemony, pistachio cream.
    Check out this recipe
    A square photo of asparagus soup in a white bowl with lemon on top.
    • 4. Vegan pozole with black beans and poblanos (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Easy vegan pozole recipe with black beans, poblanos, and red chiles! A vegetarian version of pozole rojo loaded with hominy, peppers, and flavor.

    A picture of pozole in white bowls with radish, lime, cilantro, and avocado garnish.
    Vegan pozole with black beans and poblanos
    Easy vegan pozole recipe with black beans, poblanos, and red chiles! A vegetarian version of pozole rojo loaded with hominy, peppers, and flavor.
    Check out this recipe
    vegan posole flat lay
    • 5. Fresh yellow tomato soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Clean and simple fresh yellow tomato soup recipe! Perfect homemade tomato soup with fresh tomatoes. No peeling necessary!

    A picture of yellow tomato soup in a white bowl with fresh basil garnish and two spoons on the side.
    Fresh yellow tomato soup
    Clean and simple fresh yellow tomato soup recipe! Perfect homemade tomato soup with fresh tomatoes. No peeling necessary!
    Check out this recipe
    fresh yellow tomato soup with basil
    • 6. Easy vegan homemade ramen (Vegan, vegetarian)

    3-ingredient vegan homemade ramen recipe! Toss the seasoning packet and make a quick and easy vegetable broth with ramen noodles and soy sauce in just 5 minutes. A delicious update to your childhood favorite!

    A picture of scooping up ramen noodles with chopsticks in a black bowl.
    Easy vegan homemade ramen
    3-ingredient vegan homemade ramen recipe! Toss the seasoning packet and make a quick and easy broth with ramen noodles in just 5 minutes. A delicious update to your childhood favorite!
    Check out this recipe
    Vegan homemade ramen with chop sticks
    • 7. Lemon chickpea orzo soup (Vegetarian)

    Cozy and creamy lemon chickpea orzo soup recipe! A vegetarian soup inspired by Greek avgolemono. This delicious chickpea soup is perfect for a family weeknight meal!

    A picture of lemon chickpea orzo soup in a dark blue bowl with a yellow napkin next to it.
    Lemon chickpea orzo soup
    Cozy and creamy lemon chickpea orzo soup recipe! A vegetarian soup inspired by Greek avgolemono. Perfect for a family weeknight meal!
    Check out this recipe
    Chickpea lemon orzo soup
    • 8. Sweet potato carrot soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    This super simple soup with sweet potatoes and carrots. Loaded with fresh herbs and flavor! Absolute comfort food in a bowl! This sweet potato soup would great in the slow cooker!

    A picture of pureed sweet potato and carrot soup in a white bowl with fresh parsley garnish.
    Creamy sweet potato carrot soup
    This super simple sweet potato carrot soup is loaded with fresh herbs and flavor! Absolute comfort food in a bowl! Vegan, gluten free, and paleo friendly. So good!
    Check out this recipe
    Simple, creamy sweet potato carrot soup! This vegan soup is loaded with fresh herbs and flavor. Perfect for a weeknight meal. Vegan, gluten free, Paleo friendly. So good!
    • 9. White bean vegetable soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Instant Pot white bean soup recipe! Cozy, flavorful, vegan white beans vegetable soup made with dried navy beans.

    A picture of vegetable soup in a white soup bowl on a wooden cutting board with a metal spoon in it and a blue and white towel on the side.
    Instant Pot white bean soup (vegan, vegetarian)
    Instant Pot white bean soup recipe! Cozy, flavorful, vegan white bean vegetable soup made with dried navy beans. 
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot white bean soup
    • 10. Smoky black eyed pea soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Smoky vegan black eyed pea soup recipe! Easy vegetable soup with black eyed peas soaked in smoked paprika. Not just for New Year’s Day!

    A picture of black eyed pea soup in a white bowl and a spoon in it with a blue towel on the side.
    Smoky black eyed pea soup (vegan, vegetarian)
    Smoky vegan black eyed pea soup recipe! Easy vegetable soup with black eyed peas soaked in smoked paprika. Not just for New Year’s Day!
    Check out this recipe
    Vegan black eyed pea soup with a spoon

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    • 11. Pumpkin lentil soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Easy vegan pumpkin lentil soup recipe! This pumpkin red lentil and vegetable soup makes the perfect meatless fall dinner. A healthy and hearty soup!

    A close up picture of pumpkin lentil soup with lots of vegetables and a spoon in it.
    Pumpkin lentil soup
    Easy vegan pumpkin lentil soup recipe! This hearty and healthy pumpkin red lentil and vegetable soup makes the perfect meatless fall dinner. 
    Check out this recipe
    Pumpkin lentil soup with a spoon
    • 12. Butternut squash leek soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Cozy vegan butternut squash leek soup recipe! An easy, one-pot butternut squash potato leek soup that is silky smooth and oh-so comforting.

    A picture of butternut squash leek soup in a white bowl with fresh herbs on top.
    Butternut squash leek soup with potatoes and herbs
    Cozy vegan butternut squash leek soup recipe! An easy, one-pot butternut squash potato leek soup that is silky smooth and oh-so comforting.
    Check out this recipe
    Butternut squash leek soup with herbs on top
    • 13. Quick vegan pho (Vegan, vegetarian)

    30-minute easy vegan pho recipe! This quick Vietnamese noodle soup has a flavorful broth and is the perfect vegetarian one-pot meal for busy weeknights.

    A picture of mushroom pho with garnishes and chop sticks on top.
    Quick and easy vegan pho recipe
    30-minute easy vegan pho recipe! This quick Vietnamese noodle soup has a flavorful broth and is the perfect vegetarian one-pot meal for busy weeknights.
    Check out this recipe
    Vegan easy pho recipe
    • 14. Thai curried butternut squash soup (Vegan, vegetarian)

    Easy vegan Thai curried butternut squash soup recipe! A mildly spicy coconut curry butternut squash soup with Thai red curry, coconut milk, and fresh lime.

    A picture of Thai curried butternut squash soup in a white bowl with lime, cilantro, and Sriracha on top.
    Thai curried butternut squash soup recipe
    Easy vegan Thai curried butternut squash soup recipe! A mildly spicy coconut curry butternut squash soup with Thai red curry and fresh lime.
    Check out this recipe
    Thai butternut squash soup
    • 15. Split pea soup with dill and blackened onions (Vegan, vegetarian)

    The best vegan split pea soup recipe! This vegetarian split pea soup is brightened up with fresh dill and topped with crispy, blackened onions. YUM!

    A picture of split pea soup in a white bowl with blackened onions and fresh dill on top.
    Vegetarian split pea soup recipe with dill
    The most flavorful vegetarian split pea soup recipe! This vegan split pea soup is brightened up with fresh dill and topped with quick blackened onions.
    Check out this recipe
    A square photo of split pea soup in a white bowl topped with blackened onions and dill.
    • 16. Coconut cauliflower golden soup (Vegetarian)

    Coconut cauliflower golden soup with kefir recipe! A healing, turmeric golden milk soup with creamy cauliflower, sweet coconut, curry powder, and tangy kefir. So much goodness in one bowl!

    A picture of golden soup with cashews on top and two hands one dipping a spoon into the bowl.
    Coconut cauliflower golden soup with kefir
    Coconut cauliflower golden soup with kefir recipe! A healing, turmeric golden milk soup with creamy cauliflower, sweet coconut, and tangy kefir. So much goodness in one bowl!
    Check out this recipe
    Coconut cauliflower golden soup with kefir recipe! A healing, turmeric golden milk soup with creamy cauliflower, sweet coconut, and tangy kefir. // Rhubarbarians
    • 17. Tomato gazpacho with crispy chickpeas (Vegetarian)

    Tomato gazpacho with crispy falafel chickpeas recipe! Cold, refreshing, vegan friendly, gluten free. The perfect summer meal!

    A picture of tomato gazpacho in a white bowl with yogurt, crispy chickpeas, yellow cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves on top.
    Tomato gazpacho with crispy falafel chickpeas
    Tomato gazpacho with crispy falafel chickpeas recipe! Cold, refreshing, vegan friendly, gluten free. The perfect summer meal!
    Check out this recipe
    Tomato gazpacho with crispy falafel chickpeas // Rhubarbarians
    • 18. White bean broccoli cheddar soup (Vegetarian)

    Healthy broccoli cheddar soup made with a secret ingredient! Just as delicious as the buttery, creamy version, but with so much more protein and fiber.

    A picture of broccoli cheddar soup in a white bowl with broccoli and grated cheddar cheese on top.
    Cheesy broccoli soup with white beans
    You'll love this cheesy broccoli soup recipe! A healthier, vegetarian broccoli cheddar soup with white beans that the whole family will love.
    Check out this recipe
    A photo of cheesy broccoli soup in a white bowl with a spoon.
    • 19. Coconut carrot soup (Vegetarian)

    Vegan spicy coconut carrot soup recipe! This comforting, sweet and spicy soup is made with only a handful of ingredients and is super rich with flavor.

    A picture of carrot soup in a blue and white bowl with Sriracha and fresh cilantro on top.
    Spicy carrot soup with coconut milk
    Spicy carrot soup with coconut milk recipe! This creamy, vegan carrot soup is super comforting and loaded with flavor. Give it a try!
    Check out this recipe
    A square photo of carrot soup with coconut milk swirled into it and cilantro leaves as garnish.
    • 20. Butternut squash and gouda soup (Vegetarian)

    Vegetarian butternut squash soup with smoked gouda recipe! This creamy soup is smoky, cheesy, and topped with crunchy, spicy roasted chickpeas. A fall soup dream come true.

    A picture of butternut squash soup in a white bowl with crispy chickpeas and green onion on top.
    Butternut squash soup with chickpeas and smoked gouda
    Creamy butternut squash soup with chickpeas recipe. Made with smoked gouda cheese and creamy coconut milk. So comforting for chilly nights!
    Check out this recipe
    A square photo of a bowl of butternut squash soup with chickpeas and green onion on top.

    Recommended equipment:

    • This Lodge dutch oven is the pot that I use to make most of these soups.
    • This Green Pan soup pot is perfect for big batches!
    • I use this spoonula for cooking everything!
    • An immersion blender is so handy for making pureed soup.

    That's a wrap on our 20 most popular vegan and vegetarian soups! Looking for even more soup recipes? Check out our soups and stews category page for all of them.

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