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Spring Green Soup with Chicken

From creamy mushroom soups to brothy chicken soups, these flavorful recipes are packed with seasonal ingredients so you can make the most of your spring veggies. Plus, each pot of soup only takes three steps or less to prepare, so they’re as easy to make as they are healthy and delicious. Recipes like our Thai-Inspired Curry Carrot Soup and Cream of Asparagus Soup are tasty meals you can enjoy for lunch or dinner.

01of 20Cream of Broccoli SoupView RecipeThis simple and healthy cream of broccoli soup recipe gets its flavor from a mixture of aromatic vegetables, including leeks and celery. Using an immersion blender (or regular blender) gives it a smooth, creamy texture. Enjoy this easy homemade cream of broccoli soup as a comforting appetizer or pair it with a sandwich or salad for lunch or dinner.

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Cream of Broccoli Soup

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Cream of Broccoli Soup

This simple and healthy cream of broccoli soup recipe gets its flavor from a mixture of aromatic vegetables, including leeks and celery. Using an immersion blender (or regular blender) gives it a smooth, creamy texture. Enjoy this easy homemade cream of broccoli soup as a comforting appetizer or pair it with a sandwich or salad for lunch or dinner.

02of 20Thai-Inspired Curry Carrot SoupView RecipeThis carrot soup is loaded with veggies and features vibrant curry paste and creamy coconut milk. And this big-batch recipe freezes well for up to 4 months. Enjoy this mildly spicy soup with a toasted mango-chutney-and-cheese sandwich, or thin the soup with more water or broth and use it as the base for a curry with chunks of firm white fish and broccoli.

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Thai-Inspired Curry Carrot Soup

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This carrot soup is loaded with veggies and features vibrant curry paste and creamy coconut milk. And this big-batch recipe freezes well for up to 4 months. Enjoy this mildly spicy soup with a toasted mango-chutney-and-cheese sandwich, or thin the soup with more water or broth and use it as the base for a curry with chunks of firm white fish and broccoli.

03of 20Chicken & Kale SoupView RecipeThis easy chicken and kale soup will keep you warm on a cold and rainy day or any day that calls for a simple, hearty soup. For convenience, you can make this soup with frozen kale without the need to thaw it beforehand.

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Chicken & Kale Soup

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This easy chicken and kale soup will keep you warm on a cold and rainy day or any day that calls for a simple, hearty soup. For convenience, you can make this soup with frozen kale without the need to thaw it beforehand.

04of 20Creamy Mushroom & Orzo Soup with Lemon & ParmesanView RecipeDiana ChistrugaThis creamy mushroom soup is filled with hearty orzo and plenty of veggies. The sherry, thyme and lemon boost and brighten the flavor, while sour cream thickens the broth and gives it extra tanginess.

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Creamy Mushroom & Orzo Soup with Lemon & Parmesan

Diana Chistruga

creamy mushroom orzo soup

This creamy mushroom soup is filled with hearty orzo and plenty of veggies. The sherry, thyme and lemon boost and brighten the flavor, while sour cream thickens the broth and gives it extra tanginess.

05of 20Cream of Asparagus SoupView RecipeVictor ProtasioThis cream of asparagus soup is velvety and elegant, yet simple to prepare. The onion and garlic add flavor but don’t overpower the soup, and the fresh tarragon melds well with the asparagus.

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Cream of Asparagus Soup

Victor Protasio

Cream of Asparagus Soup

This cream of asparagus soup is velvety and elegant, yet simple to prepare. The onion and garlic add flavor but don’t overpower the soup, and the fresh tarragon melds well with the asparagus.

06of 20Spring Green Soup with ChickenView RecipeSautéing chicken in a little oil first (rather than poaching in the broth) creates some browned bits in the pan (aka fond) that give this green soup a richer flavor.

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Spring Green Soup with Chicken

Sautéing chicken in a little oil first (rather than poaching in the broth) creates some browned bits in the pan (aka fond) that give this green soup a richer flavor.

07of 20Siraegi Guk (Radish-Top Soup)View RecipeRyan LiebeThis rustic soup is traditionally made with dried radish greens, but this recipe from chef Dennis Lee of California’s Namu Stonepot restaurants features fresh ones. Some Korean and Asian markets sell young radishes, which are predominantly the greens—perfect for making this dish. Lacinato kale is a good substitute. Round out the meal with steamed rice and kimchi.Read more about the recipe.

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Siraegi Guk (Radish-Top Soup)

Ryan Liebe

Siraegi Guk (Radish-Top Soup)

This rustic soup is traditionally made with dried radish greens, but this recipe from chef Dennis Lee of California’s Namu Stonepot restaurants features fresh ones. Some Korean and Asian markets sell young radishes, which are predominantly the greens—perfect for making this dish. Lacinato kale is a good substitute. Round out the meal with steamed rice and kimchi.Read more about the recipe.

08of 20Creamy Chicken & Mushroom SoupView RecipeThis creamy chicken and mushroom soup is easy to make. The mix of vegetables and thyme adds richness, while the bone-in chicken flavors the broth. If you’re in a hurry, you can skip the chicken breasts and add rotisserie chicken at the end instead.

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Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Soup

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This creamy chicken and mushroom soup is easy to make. The mix of vegetables and thyme adds richness, while the bone-in chicken flavors the broth. If you’re in a hurry, you can skip the chicken breasts and add rotisserie chicken at the end instead.

09of 20Pureed Broccoli SoupView RecipeSonia BozzoIn this easy recipe, broccoli cooks together with onions, celery, garlic and fresh herbs and is then puréed into a delicious creamy soup. Try this healthy broccoli soup alongside grilled cheese sandwiches or as a starter for a simple dinner.

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Pureed Broccoli Soup

Sonia Bozzo

Pureed Broccoli Soup

In this easy recipe, broccoli cooks together with onions, celery, garlic and fresh herbs and is then puréed into a delicious creamy soup. Try this healthy broccoli soup alongside grilled cheese sandwiches or as a starter for a simple dinner.

10of 20Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Soup with Wild RiceView RecipeMarty BaldwinPacked with vegetables, this creamy soup comes together easily for a warming meal. Wild rice adds a boost of protein and fiber, but you could substitute another whole grain like brown rice or barley, if you prefer.

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Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Soup with Wild Rice

Marty Baldwin

Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Soup with Wild Rice

Packed with vegetables, this creamy soup comes together easily for a warming meal. Wild rice adds a boost of protein and fiber, but you could substitute another whole grain like brown rice or barley, if you prefer.

11of 20Vegetarian Lasagna SoupView RecipePhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Clairen SpollenAll the delicious flavors of a vegetarian lasagna can be found in this cozy soup. Mushrooms, zucchini and spinach provide color and nutrients, while a ricotta-and-mozzarella topping provides the signature cheesiness and creaminess. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for dipping.

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Vegetarian Lasagna Soup

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Clairen Spollen

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All the delicious flavors of a vegetarian lasagna can be found in this cozy soup. Mushrooms, zucchini and spinach provide color and nutrients, while a ricotta-and-mozzarella topping provides the signature cheesiness and creaminess. Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for dipping.

12of 20Slow-Cooker Bean, Kale & Barley SoupView RecipePHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: AIL RAMEE; PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLENBeans and kale are packed into each bite of this hearty slow-cooker soup. Barley adds a chewiness to provide texture, while dried mushrooms lend an earthiness and depth. Finishing with acidic lemon juice brightens the flavors.

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Slow-Cooker Bean, Kale & Barley Soup

PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: AIL RAMEE; PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN

Slowcooker Bean Kale and Barley Soup in a ladle

Beans and kale are packed into each bite of this hearty slow-cooker soup. Barley adds a chewiness to provide texture, while dried mushrooms lend an earthiness and depth. Finishing with acidic lemon juice brightens the flavors.

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Sopa de Fideos (Chicken Noodle Soup with Sofrito)

Leigh Beisch

Sopa de Fideos (Chicken Noodle Soup with Sofrito)

14of 20Roasted Carrot SoupView RecipeThis satisfying and healthy roasted carrot soup gets a flavor boost from roasted vegetables, including the carrots, as well as garlic, onions and ginger.

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Roasted Carrot Soup

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This satisfying and healthy roasted carrot soup gets a flavor boost from roasted vegetables, including the carrots, as well as garlic, onions and ginger.

15of 20Creamy Asparagus-Potato SoupView RecipeIn this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream. Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.

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Creamy Asparagus-Potato Soup

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In this fast asparagus soup recipe, potato adds creaminess without adding cream. Double or triple this soup and freeze the leftovers for a quick lunch.

16of 20Curried Chicken & Cabbage SoupView RecipePhotographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali RameeThe Madras curry powder gives this curried chicken soup a bit of heat, but you can use a mild curry powder if you prefer.

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Curried Chicken & Cabbage Soup

Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee

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The Madras curry powder gives this curried chicken soup a bit of heat, but you can use a mild curry powder if you prefer.

17of 20Spinach-Tortellini SoupView RecipePhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Claire SpollenWhen you need a quick and flavorful dinner, turn to this easy tortellini soup with spinach. Refrigerated cheese tortellini bulk up the soup and cook in just minutes. The tortellini can be delicate, so be careful when stirring the soup to avoid them falling apart.

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Spinach-Tortellini Soup

Photographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Claire Spollen

a recipe photo of the Spinach-Tortellini Soup in a bowl

When you need a quick and flavorful dinner, turn to this easy tortellini soup with spinach. Refrigerated cheese tortellini bulk up the soup and cook in just minutes. The tortellini can be delicate, so be careful when stirring the soup to avoid them falling apart.

18of 20Pea SoupView RecipeThis simple pea soup recipe makes an elegant start to a spring meal. It’s also a great way to use frozen vegetables when the produce section is looking bleak.

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Pea Soup

Pea Soup

This simple pea soup recipe makes an elegant start to a spring meal. It’s also a great way to use frozen vegetables when the produce section is looking bleak.

19of 20Copycat Panera’s Broccoli-Cheddar SoupView RecipePhotographer: Jennifer Causey, Food stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop stylist: Clairen SpollenThis velvety copycat of Panera’s Broccoli-Cheddar Soup is just like the original, with a cheesy broth and plenty of broccoli and shredded carrot. Enjoy with crusty bread to sop up the leftovers.

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Copycat Panera’s Broccoli-Cheddar Soup

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This velvety copycat of Panera’s Broccoli-Cheddar Soup is just like the original, with a cheesy broth and plenty of broccoli and shredded carrot. Enjoy with crusty bread to sop up the leftovers.

20of 20Creamy Radish SoupView RecipeIn this creamy radish soup recipe, radishes are sautéed and pureed with potato, creating a velvety, healthy soup. Cooking radishes also tones down any bitterness, while leaving plenty of sweet, earthy flavors to enjoy. Using smaller radishes will give the soup a pretty pink hue, like the one pictured here, while larger radishes result in an almost white soup.

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Creamy Radish Soup

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In this creamy radish soup recipe, radishes are sautéed and pureed with potato, creating a velvety, healthy soup. Cooking radishes also tones down any bitterness, while leaving plenty of sweet, earthy flavors to enjoy. Using smaller radishes will give the soup a pretty pink hue, like the one pictured here, while larger radishes result in an almost white soup.

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