As a lifelong fan of soup season, I firmly believe that there is a soup for every occasion—and I compiled this list to prove it.
These 21 vegan soup recipes are the best of the best—some creamy, some bean-y, some for dazzling a crowd, others for cozy nourishment, but every single one flavor-packed and out-of-this-world delicious.
I’ve separated them into categories to help you navigate this slew of sensational soups:
Table of Contents
- Reader Faves: AKA souperstars. These tried-and-true favorites of the RPL community have each racked up 300+ 5-star reviews!
- Smooth & Creamy: Love a luxurious soup with a velvety mouthfeel? You’re in the right place.
- Instant Pot Soups: If you’re in the market for an easy dinner (with lots of bold flavor), head to this section.
- For Legume Lovers: Here you’ll find scrumptious soups where beans or lentils take center stage (read: satisfying and wholesome).
Use the above Table of Contents to jump to the category that piques your interest, or peruse the whole list for inspiration!
Reader Faves
Creamy White Bean Soup with Kale
I’d like to introduce you to my most highly rated soup recipe of all time (600+ 5-star reviews!). This Creamy White Bean Soup with Kale is the definition of wholesome indulgence—lusciously creamy, but packed with veggies and boasting 17g protein + 20g fiber!
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Gambian Peanut Stew (Domoda)
Packed with hearty ingredients like protein-rich white beans, sweet potatoes, and kale, this is a feel-good meal that's cozy, rich, and super satisfying.
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Lemon Chickpea Soup
Think of this bright Lemon Chickpea Soup as chicken noodle soup’s fun, hip (vegan) cousin! With fresh lemon juice and dill plus a creamy chickpea puree, it’s comforting and rich—and loaded with plant protein and fiber to keep you full! 20g protein + 16g fiber!
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The Best Cauliflower Soup
The title says it all—you’re just not going to find a better cauliflower soup than this one. It’s unbelievably creamy and hearty (thanks to cashews and cannellini beans), quick to make, freezer-friendly, and can also hold its own as a main meal. 31g protein + 19g fiber!
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Smooth & Creamy
Creamy Vegan Mushroom Soup
Cream of mushroom soup just got fancy. With a luscious, bisque-like texture and deeply savory flavor, this is a gourmet soup that will wow your tastebuds…and your guests (bust this one out for Thanksgiving or Christmas!).
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Butternut Squash Soup with Crispy Lentils
AKA a big cozy bowl of fall! Featuring creamy pureed squash and a surprise crunchy topping, this silky soup makes a great (and budget-friendly) starter/side for Thanksgiving.
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Creamy Vegan Broccoli Soup
This rich, creamy broccoli soup is made from simple ingredients but delivers big-time flavor. With comfort food vibes and a fun nutty crumble topping, this one has converted more than a few broccoli skeptics!
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Creamy Vegan Potato Leek Soup
Buttery leeks and tender potatoes join forces with creamy cannellini beans for satisfying nourishment. A drizzle of luxe herby oil on top elevates this version of classic potato leek soup to a league all its own!
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Creamy Avocado Gazpacho
Think you can’t enjoy soup when it’s hot? Think again—this Creamy Avocado Pea Gazpacho is a cooling, no-cook soup made for summer sipping!
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Creamy Vegan Cauliflower Soup with Sausage and Kale
There are just 10 ingredients in this hearty, weeknight-friendly soup that’ll stick to your ribs and leave you oh-so satisfied (recipe includes stovetop and Instant Pot instructions)!
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Thai Pumpkin Soup
Quite possibly the most flavorful soup you’ll ever enjoy. Bold spices, warm aromatics, and a bit of heat make this one unforgettable (and you’ll be shocked at how easy it is to make!).
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Instant Pot Soups
Instant Pot Lentil Soup
This hearty lentil soup is an ideal candidate for the weeknights of soup season: rich and flavorful, super wholesome, quick and easy to make (thanks, Instant Pot!), and an ideal candidate for meal prep (it also freezes beautifully).
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Vegan Instant Pot Pumpkin Lasagna Soup
On chilly nights when you can’t decide between pasta and soup, why not have both? Lasagna becomes a spoonable fall-flavored delight in this easy Instant Pot recipe that you can file under “cold weather comfort food.”
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Instant Pot Vegan Pho
Bookmark this one for the next time you’re craving Vietnamese food. This spin on pho uses the magic of the Instant Pot to yield an incredibly delicious Vietnamese noodle soup boasting all the umami and depth of flavor you’d expect from traditional pho in a fraction of the time!
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Vegan Instant Pot Lentil and Cabbage Soup
Made with inexpensive staples (most of which you probably already have!), this hearty soup is as easy as it is budget-friendly. Get dinner on the table fast with this wholesome, meal-preppable winner!
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Instant Pot Thai Red Curry Sweet Potato Soup
Need curry in a hurry? Look no further than this creamy dump-and-go Instant Pot recipe, made with nutrient-rich red lentils and sweet potatoes and bursting with bold yet balanced sweetness, spice, and tang.
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Instant Pot Chickpea Orzo Soup
Yet another answer to your busy weeknight prayers—this soup is simple, delicious, wholesome brilliance. Minimal active cooking time results in a complete, satisfying meal (that tastes like an Italian tomato-based pasta dish!).
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For Legume Lovers
Red Lentil Soup
This understated stunner is setting records for how luxe a lentil soup can be—it’s ridiculously creamy (naturally thickened by sweet potatoes!), richly flavored, and deeply nourishing.
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Really Good White Bean Soup
Yes, it’s possible for a bean soup to blow your mind. Dried white beans, fresh herbs, miso, and braised garlic come together to create a thick, rich masterpiece that sings with savory depth of flavor and is nothing short of extraordinary.
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Creamy Mushroom and Black Beluga Lentil Stew
Bow down to this nutritional superstar with fantastic flavor. Starring hearty black beluga lentils, umami-packed mushrooms, and kale, this one fuels like a super food but eats like comfort food.
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Mediterranean Lentil Soup
This uniquely bright spin on lentil soup is built on pantry staples but tastes utterly gourmet. Topped with a drizzle of herby oil and a dollop of yogurt, this soup delivers wholesome nourishment with dazzling flavor.
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Looking forward to making several of these recipes! The only question I have is, what brand(s) of good quality olive oil do you use and recommend? Thanks!
We are so excited for you to try them as well, Tami! Our favorites are California Olive Ranch, Terra Delyssa Organic and ZOE! They all have a good price to quality ratio. Enjoy!
Wonderful, deep flavor and textures. Love this soup!
Thanks for the lovely feedback, Val!
Hi!
I know, this is developped to be cooked in the instant pot, but I don’t have one. What would I need to change to cook this in a regular pot? I know how to throw together a soup but maybe liquids or ratios change? HmThabks for your help!
Hi Monika, we used to have a stovetop version for this recipe but when we tested it last, it stuck to the pot a lot and wasn’t a great user experience for us.
However, if you’d still like to make it, follow the instructions using a large saucepan or Dutch oven on your stovetop through step 4. Add an extra cup of liquid (broth or water). Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until the orzo is tender. Once the orzo is tender, stir in the finishing ingredients (e.g., sundried tomatoes, capers, etc.)
Best of luck to you!
I rarely leave comments, but OH, MY! This was amazing! SO full of flavor. It will go on repeat this winter.
Hi Gigi, which soup did you make? We’re so happy you enjoyed it. Thanks for the awesome review!
Is is possible to use black beans in the pumpkin soup?
Hi Kerri, it’s definitely possible but we wouldn’t personally recommend it. White beans or chickpeas have a much milder flavor which lend well to to the rest of the dish.
Yum! Your white bean and pasta stew is my favorite thing ever (the miso is not optional in my opinion!). Anyone who hasn’t made it yet needs to!
Thank you for sharing that, Lydia! Great to hear the soup is a favorite!
This came at the perfect time! I have been on a soup kick lately. Can’t wait to try the Vegan Italian White Bean and Pasta Stew.
Hi Natalie,
Tis the season for cozy soups! Nisha has the best line up, and such a great variety to choose from. After you work your way through her soups, check out her curries too!