9 Fall Soups You'll Crave All Season Long

1. Creamy Mushroom Soup with Chives

This soup uses two varieties of mushrooms, which deliver a rich umami flavor. This allows you to reduce the amount of salt, as the mushrooms naturally enhance the depth of taste. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, mushrooms offer more than just flavor. And while it may seem like the creaminess comes from heavy cream, it's actually the potatoes that bring that velvety texture. If you'd like, skip the cream drizzle without compromising the soup's consistency. Keep the potato skins on for extra nutrients.

2. Classic Chicken Noodle Soup

No collection of nourishing, wholesome soups would be complete without the beloved chicken noodle soup. The classic base—onions, carrots, and celery—are packed with vital nutrients, including vitamins C and K. Chicken delivers the protein, while the broth adds minerals like iron and selenium, helping you stay hydrated. Finally, choose your preferred grain—whether it's egg noodles or brown rice—because carbohydrates are essential for fueling your body for all those fall activities you love.

3. Creamy Potato and Cabbage Soup

This flavorful soup requires only 10 ingredients and is ready in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect quick weeknight meal. The hero ingredient here is cabbage: often overlooked, cabbage is actually packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and supports digestive health. When simmered with creamy Yukon Gold potatoes and a dash of white wine vinegar, cabbage proves itself as a standout ingredient that will keep making its way onto your shopping list.

4. Vegan Creamy Tomato Soup

Keep tomatoes in your kitchen long after peak tomato season by using a can of whole peeled plum tomatoes, which you can find at most grocery stores. Tomatoes are a powerful source of antioxidants, including lycopene, which has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, as well as fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. For a bolder tomato flavor, add a generous spoonful of tomato paste while sautéing the onions and garlic, stirring until it deepens in color.

5. Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Croutons

A twist on the classic broccoli cheddar soup, this recipe offers a delicious way to prepare broccoli for even the most hesitant eaters. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, broccoli helps combat inflammation and protects your body's cells. Blended with spinach, leeks, sour cream, and sharp cheddar, and topped with crispy baguette slices, this quick and easy dish will be a hit with the whole family.

6. Whole-Grain Minestrone with Parmesan Crisps

Switch up your usual pasta or rice with farro in this cozy, nourishing soup. Farro is an ancient grain rich in fiber and protein, as well as a variety of antioxidants and vitamins. Its chewy texture adds heartiness to this vegetable-packed soup, while a large can of white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans) contributes an extra boost of plant-based protein.

7. Crispy Tofu Noodle Soup

If you think tofu isn’t for you, it’s time to rethink. Even die-hard meat lovers will enjoy the crispy bite of tamari-soaked tofu, seared until golden and perfect in a skillet. For an extra crispiness, coat the tofu with a tablespoon of cornstarch before cooking. The earthy flavor of Swiss chard pairs wonderfully with the umami-rich tofu, though swapping it for another leafy green like kale or spinach still provides a nutrient-packed boost.

8. Miso Noodle Soup

On those nights when you want the cozy comfort of soup but would rather skip the chopping, this recipe is perfect. Instant ramen noodles get a healthful upgrade with spinach and tofu, while white miso paste and dried seaweed bring restaurant-level flavor to your bowl.

9. Peruvian-Style Chicken Soup with Cilantro and Lime

Liven up the late-fall days with this delightful spin on chicken soup. A blend of bell peppers, cilantro, scallions, cumin, and lime juice creates a zesty, mildly tangy flavor, perfectly balancing the hearty potatoes and carrots. Finish with frozen peas for a fiber-packed punch that supports digestion and reduces inflammation. Serve with crunchy tortilla chips for the perfect texture contrast.