When the evenings get cooler, I want dinner to be warm, simple, and already simmering on the stove. Soup is one of my favorite ways to bring vegetables, protein, and fiber together in a meal the whole family can enjoy. Here are nine recipes to keep on rotation this autumn plus what I love about the ingredients in each one.
Broccoli and zucchini make this a delicious way to get more vegetables and fiber into your day. Coconut milk gives it a creamy finish, and I love adding avocado or a protein of choice to make it a more filling meal.
Leeks, cauliflower, garlic, and celery blend into a simple, cozy soup. The leeks and cauliflower bring fiber to the bowl, including prebiotic fibers that help feed beneficial gut bacteria. Make a batch to sip throughout the week.
This one tastes like fall in a bowl. Butternut squash provides fiber and beta-carotene, while fresh ginger, cinnamon, and coconut milk make it warm, creamy, and full of flavor.
Chicken sausage makes this a satisfying, protein-rich dinner. Spinach, carrots, celery, and red lentils add vegetables and fiber, so there’s plenty going on in every spoonful.
My take on minestrone adds grass-fed beef for protein, alongside kidney beans, cannellini beans, and vegetables. The beans bring fiber, making this a hearty meal that stands on its own.
All the comfort of chowder, made with chicken, bone broth, potatoes, kale, and coconut milk. It’s a filling way to get protein and vegetables into dinner—and it comes together in one pot.
For a change from creamy fall soups, put this cozy chicken pozole on the menu. It’s a warming option when you want a hearty bowl of soup with plenty of flavor.
Red lentils provide plant protein and fiber, while tomatoes, garlic, ginger, cumin, and lemon bring so much flavor. This is a great one to make ahead and freeze for a busy weeknight.
Technically chili, but it belongs in any autumn soup roundup! Beef provides protein and iron, while black beans and kidney beans add fiber. Make a big pot—the leftovers are even better the next day.
Italian sausage, tender potatoes, and kale make this a hearty dinner for a chilly night. Dairy-free creamer gives the broth its creamy finish, and crispy bacon adds a little crunch on top.
Fresh lime brightens up this brothy chicken soup, while fire-roasted tomatoes and jalapeño give it a little kick. Rotisserie chicken adds protein and keeps prep simple. Top each bowl with creamy avocado and a handful of crushed tortilla chips.
This is a good one to get going in the slow cooker on a busy day. Shredded chicken and beans bring protein and fiber, while green chiles, enchilada sauce, and a squeeze of lime give each bowl plenty of flavor.
Carrots bring beta-carotene and a natural sweetness, and fresh ginger adds a little warmth. The carrots blend into a silky soup that’s especially good with a slice of toasted sourdough.
