It’s that time of year. It’s officially soup season, meal prep friends.
And we’ve all got our go-to recipes, right? Or maybe you improv and sometimes soup doesn’t turn out exactly as amazing as you think it can. We’ve gathered some of the best soup recipes that you’ll have on repeat all season long. Because seriously, what’s better than a delicious bowl of soup?!
No matter how you like to eat, and we all know that can change from day to day depending on how we’re feeling, we’ve got lots of choices. We’ve broken them up into omnivore, vegetarian, and vegan recipes so there’s something for everyone in this post.
Remember that recipes can be just a jumping-off point, and you can always customize according to what you have on hand and your personal preference. Feel free to add or subtract proteins, or change the type that’s in them. Get your meal prep containers ready, it’s time to make soup!
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Tips for meal prepping soup recipes
Soup is one of the best meals to meal prep, even if you’re using Instant Noodles, because most types will keep SO well in the fridge. And as you likely know, soup (and chili especially!) tends to taste even better after a couple of days!
If you end up making too much soup, pop some into the freezer using regular meal prep containers of my favorite, SouperCubes.
Most of these soups will last about 4 days in the refrigerator and 3-6 months in the freezer. You can reheat them on the stove or in the microwave.
I tend to like to pull the soup out of the freezer and stick it in the fridge when I think I’m going to eat it within 24-36 hours or so. Sometimes I just don’t want to wrestle with frozen food and I’d rather pour something that’s almost defrosted into a pot than struggle.
Most soups can be made even better with either fresh herbs, or some kind of garnish (avocado, cheese, sour cream, etc.) Or both!
If you’ve got a lot of veggies but no protein, and you’re not sure if it will be a filling enough soup, beans are your best friend.
Related: 5 Essential Freezer Tips
Our Favorite Omnivore Soups Recipes
Easy Tortilla Soup from Workweek Lunch
Black-Eyed Pea Soup from Immaculate Bites
Easy Lasagna Soup from Workweek Lunch
Italian Wedding Soup from the Kitchn
Stuffed Cabbage Soup from Eating Well
Thai Coconut Curry Soup (One-Pot!) Workweek Lunch
Turkey Soup with Sweet Potato Dumplings from Butter Be Ready
Smoky Potato and Kale Soup with Sausage from Half Baked Harvest
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The Best Vegetarian Soup Recipes
Quick and Spicy Tomato Soup from Giada De Laurentiis
Creamy White Bean Soup from Workweek Lunch
Garden Vegetable Lasagna Soup from Budget Bytes
One Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup from Workweek Lunch
Hot and Sour Soup from Gimme Some Oven
Vegetarian Taco Soup from I Heart Vegetables
Related: 24 Vegan Meal Prep Ideas Under 40 Minutes
Vegan Soups You’ll Love
Budget-Friendly One-Pot Vegan Lentil Minestrone
Toasted Coconut Butternut Squash Soup from Sweet Potato Soul
Farmer’s Market Vegetable Soup from Feasting at Home
Everyday Lentil Soup from the Minimalist Baker
Butternut Squash Chipotle Chili from Cookie & Kate
Creamy Vegan Mushroom Wild Rice Soup from Jessica in the Kitchen
Pumpkin Soup from Loving it Vegan
Did we miss your favorite soup recipe? Tell us about it in the comments!
FAQs About Meal Prepping Soup
Yes, but keep in mind that noodles and rice tend to absorb liquid and can get mushy when thawed. If you know you’ll be freezing your soup, cook the noodles or rice separately and add them when reheating for the best texture.
I love using Souper Cubes for portioning out soups. They make it easy to freeze single servings and pop them out when needed. Regular airtight meal prep containers work great, too. Just be sure to leave a little space at the top because liquids expand when frozen.
Most soups last 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. Chili and stews soups often taste even better after a day or two because the flavors have more time to develop.
You can! Heat it gently on the stove over medium-low heat, or use the defrost setting on your microwave. For easier handling, I usually transfer frozen soup to the fridge 24 hours before I plan to eat it.
If your soup feels more like a side than a meal, add beans, lentils, quinoa, shredded chicken, or tofu for extra protein. You can also serve soup with bread, a side salad, or a grain bowl for balance.
Chris says
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