27 Cozy Healthy Soups & Stews to Make All Fall

Creamy pumpkin and butternut squash soups, chicken noodle, chili, minestrone and hearty stews: 27 cozy healthy soups for fall and winter.

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Cozy healthy fall soups: roasted butternut squash soup, Italian sausage white bean soup and creamy white chicken chili

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As soon as the evenings get cooler, my stove almost always has a pot of soup on it. Soup is the easiest way I know to get a nourishing, vegetable-packed dinner on the table, and most of these recipes make enough for lunches all week. Here are my favorite healthy fall soups and stews, from silky pumpkin and butternut squash to big pots of chili and slow-simmered beef stew.

Creamy Vegetable Soups

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A bowl of vibrant orange curry pumpkin soup topped with coconut milk and pumpkin seeds
Curry Pumpkin Soup
Curry pumpkin soup, warmly spiced and ready in about 40 minutes.
Check out this recipe
2
Bowl of creamy roasted butternut squash soup garnished with herbs and pumpkin seeds
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Roasted butternut squash soup, the classic taste of fall.
Check out this recipe
3
A bowl of vibrant orange sweet potato soup topped with a swirl of coconut milk and fresh herbs.
Sweet Potato Soup
Velvety sweet potato soup.
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4
A close-up of a bowl of vibrant orange carrot ginger soup, garnished with fresh herbs and a swirl of coconut cream.
Carrot Ginger Soup
Carrot ginger soup, bright and naturally sweet.
Check out this recipe
5
A bowl of creamy roasted cauliflower soup garnished with roasted florets and olive oil.
Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Roasted cauliflower soup, creamy without being heavy.
Check out this recipe
6
Bowl of creamy potato leek soup garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of cream on rustic wooden table
Creamy Potato Leek Soup
Creamy potato leek soup in about 45 minutes.
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7
A steaming bowl of classic tomato soup garnished with fresh basil and a swirl of cream.
Classic Tomato Soup
Classic tomato soup, perfect with a grilled cheese.
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8
Bowl of roasted red pepper and tomato soup garnished with fresh basil and cream swirl
Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
Roasted red pepper and tomato soup.
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Chicken & Turkey Soups

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A steaming bowl of classic homemade chicken soup with tender chicken, carrots, celery, and noodles, garnished with fresh parsley.
Classic Homemade Chicken Soup
A simple, comforting homemade chicken soup.
Check out this recipe
10
A white bowl filled with steaming chicken noodle soup, featuring wide egg noodles, sliced carrots, and fresh parsley.
Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
Crock Pot chicken noodle soup that cooks while you work.
Check out this recipe
11
A steaming bowl of golden turmeric chicken soup with kale and carrots
Turmeric Chicken Soup
Turmeric chicken soup with warming spices.
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12
A warm bowl of creamy turkey and wild rice soup with carrots and fresh herbs.
Creamy Turkey and Wild Rice Soup
Creamy turkey and wild rice soup.
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13
A white bowl filled with creamy white chicken chili topped with fresh cilantro and lime
Creamy White Chicken Chili
Creamy white chicken chili in about 45 minutes.
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Chili Night

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A steaming bowl of classic beef chili topped with fresh herbs and cheese
Classic Beef and Bean Chili
The best classic chili for game days and cold nights.
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15
Bowl of healthy turkey chili topped with avocado and cilantro on wooden table
Healthy Turkey Chili
A lighter healthy turkey chili.
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16
A steaming bowl of ultimate vegetarian chili, garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of vegan sour cream, on a rustic wooden table.
Ultimate Vegetarian Chili
An ultimate vegetarian chili packed with beans and vegetables.
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17
A steaming bowl of hearty Taco Soup garnished with sour cream, cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips, ready to be enjoyed.
Taco Soup
Taco soup with all your favorite taco flavors.
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Hearty Bean & Vegetable Soups

18
Bowl of hearty minestrone soup with vegetables, beans, and pasta topped with fresh herbs and parmesan cheese
Hearty Minestrone Soup Recipe
A hearty minestrone full of vegetables, beans and pasta.
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19
A steaming bowl of clear broth vegetable soup with carrots, potatoes, and green beans.
Classic Vegetable Soup
A simple vegetable soup to use up whatever is in the fridge.
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20
A steaming bowl of creamy Zuppa Toscana Soup with Italian sausage, kale, and potato, garnished with fresh parsley.
Zuppa Toscana Soup
Zuppa Toscana with Italian sausage and potatoes.
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21
A steaming bowl of Italian sausage white bean soup with fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese
Italian Sausage White Bean Soup
Italian sausage and white bean soup.
Check out this recipe
22
A steaming bowl of hearty Stuffed Pepper Soup with ground beef, rice, and colorful bell peppers, garnished with fresh parsley.
Hearty Stuffed Pepper Soup
Stuffed pepper soup: all the flavor, none of the stuffing.
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23
A steaming bowl of homemade black bean soup, garnished with fresh cilantro, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream.
Hearty & Flavorful Black Bean Soup
Black bean soup in about 45 minutes.
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24
A steaming bowl of classic Split Pea Soup with chunks of ham and fresh parsley garnish, served with crusty bread.
Classic Hearty Split Pea Soup with Ham
Classic split pea soup.
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Slow-Simmered Stews

25
A steaming bowl of old fashioned beef stew with tender carrots and potatoes.
Old Fashioned Beef Stew
An old-fashioned beef stew worth the wait.
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26
A bowl of hearty beef stew with carrots and potatoes in a dark ceramic bowl
Instant Pot Carrot Potato Beef Stew
Instant Pot beef stew with carrots and potatoes in about 70 minutes.
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27
A steaming bowl of traditional Irish Lamb Stew with tender lamb, carrots, potatoes, and fresh parsley garnish.
Irish Lamb Stew
A rich Irish lamb stew.
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My Tips for Better Homemade Soup

  • Build flavor first: take a few minutes to brown the onions, garlic and meat before adding liquid.
  • Blend for creaminess: pureed vegetables like squash, cauliflower and potatoes make soups creamy without much cream.
  • Season at the end: a squeeze of lemon or a splash of vinegar just before serving brightens every bowl.
  • Make extra: most of these soups freeze well for up to 3 months, except creamy dairy-based soups which can separate.

Fall Soup FAQ

Which soups freeze best?

Broth-based, bean and pureed vegetable soups, chilis and stews freeze best. For soups with pasta or noodles, freeze the soup without them and add freshly cooked pasta when reheating.

How long does homemade soup last in the fridge?

Most homemade soups keep 3 to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Planning for the holidays? See my healthy Thanksgiving menu and Thanksgiving leftover recipes, or browse all healthy soups.

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Emma Brooks is the home cook behind The Gentle Bite. After years of juggling long workdays and family dinners, she started sharing the balanced, wholesome recipes she loves to make on busy weeknights, most ready in about 30 minutes with everyday ingredients. Her goal is simple: quick, nourishing meals that feel approachable, with easy swaps for gluten-free, dairy-free and high-protein diets.

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