During the winter, we all look for something to warm us up after a long and exhausting day at work. The best way to accomplish that is by making soup. Also, who doesn’t like soups? They are delicious, healthy, easy to make, and you’ll love sitting on your sofa in front of the TV and watching your favourite show with a nice bowl of warm soup in your hands. Plus, you don’t even have to be an expert to make a good soup. This article brings you 20 lovely soup ideas that you can make this winter.
1. Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
Chicken cordon bleu soup is perfect for all people who love creamy soups. Plus, it’s versatile — it thickens after it cools off so you can use it as a topping for some other meals you make. If you’re a meat lover, you won’t be disappointed — chicken, ham, and bacon are all here. Plus, this soup is very easy to make. Get the recipe here.
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2. Hot and sour cabbage soup
If you want to lose weight and look your best over the upcoming holidays, then you will love this soup. Health and lifestyle websites emphasize the importance of losing weight in a healthy manner, and this soup fits perfectly into this notion. Spicy jalapeño peppers will speed up your metabolism and taste delicious at the same time. Get the recipe here.
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3. Roasted Red Pepper Chicken And Apple Sausage Orzo Soup
Feeling adventurous? Well, this unique soup is ideal for you. It’s a lovely blend of chicken broth, peppers, orzo pasta, chicken, and apple-smoked sausage. It not only tastes divine, but it’s healthy as well. Find out how to make this five-step soup right here.
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4. Beefy Nacho Soup
You can make this soup in less than 20 minutes, which makes it perfect for those days when you feel too exhausted to spend much time cooking. This perfectly creamy and meaty soup will fill you up and you won’t even feel the need to cook anything else for dinner. Here’s the recipe.
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5. Hummus Soup
Another slimming soup is coming your way. Tahini from this soup boosts your metabolism while chickpeas act as an appetite suppressant. Find out how to make this lovely soup right here.
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6. Roast Carrot And Fennel Soup
This sweet and aromatic soup is everything you need for those cold winter days. It’s even suitable for all the vegetarians out there. Not a fan of fennel? Not a problem, the soup is super delicious even without it. Get the recipe here.
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7. Apple And Celery Soup
Here’s the perfect soup for all of you who love to experiment with ingredients and food. Did you ever think of including apple in your soup? Well, now you can. Apple and celery make this soup earthy and delicious. In fact, this soup is perfect for dinner parties where you can show off your cooking skills to all your friends. And lifestyle news today is all about soups instead of those finger sandwiches we usually serve at these occasions. Find out how to make this super easy soup here.
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8. Lentil Soup
Crispy bacon, vegetables, and canned beans are just a few reasons why you simply have to make this simple and yummy soup. A variety of colors in your bowl will definitely brighten up the cold winter day. You can find the recipe here.
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9. Vegetable Soup
Here’s another colorful soup you can make. If you make too much vegetable soup, there’s no need to worry. It’s great for leftovers and, unlike some other soups, it tastes equally delicious even when reheated. Cheese, vegetable or chicken broth, and a bunch of vegetables are ingredients that make this soup so special. Get the recipe for this four-step soup right here.
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10. Chicken Apple Soup
You know what they say: an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Including apples in soups is a great idea, especially on cold winter days when you want to stay warm and still supply your body with an abundance of vitamins. This chicken and apple soup is done in about 30 minutes and has that creamy texture we all love. The recipe is here.
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11. Creamy Mushroom Soup
If you love creamy mushroom soup from the bag you buy in the store, then you will love this homemade version even better. This super easy earthy and creamy soup is done in just 45 minutes. Get the recipe here.
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12. Tomato Basil Soup
Tomato basil soup has a thick texture and tastes just as amazing the next day as well. Some ingredients found in this yummy dish include pine nuts, parmesan, and celery. Get the recipe right here.
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13. Lasagna Soup
Do you feel like eating lasagna, but you’re too tired to spend that much time in the kitchen? Well, how about lasagna soup then? This creamy soup can be prepared in about 30 minutes, and it tastes like proper lasagna too. Fennel, sausage, and mozzarella cheese are just some ingredients that make this soup divine. Get the recipe here.
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14. Italian Meatball Soup
Real meat lovers simply adore meatballs. Instead of making spaghetti-to-go with meatballs, you can opt for making delicious Italian soup. It’s not creamy, instead it is based on tomato and beef broth. The soup offers a perfect balance of meat, pasta, and lovely seasonings. You can find recipe here.
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15. Squash And Chickpea Soup
If you want to bring the spirit of North Africa into your home, then you should make this soup. It’s spicy, delicious, easy to make, and dairy free — which means even lactose intolerant people can enjoy this soup. Get the recipe here.
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16. Winter Weight-Loss Detox Soup
Did you know that you can detoxify your body and accelerate weight loss just by eating soup? And by that, we mean this lovely green soup. This easy-to-make soup is made of entirely vegetable ingredients and is suitable for vegetarians. Lose weight faster, get rid of toxins, and warm up with a bowl of green. Get the recipe here.
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17. Greek Shrimp And Dill Soup
Seafood lovers, we didn’t forget about you. This Greek shrimp and dill soup brings mesmerizing Mediterranean spirit into your home to cheer you up on cold winter days. The soup is ready in 40 minutes and requires only 3 easy steps. Get the recipe here.
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18. Irish Beef, Cabbage, And Potato Soup
This hearty Irish soup tastes divine throughout the year, but is particularly good on cold winter nights. To make this soup, you need ingredients that you already have in your kitchen, including beef, tomatoes, and onion. Get the recipe here.
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19. Chicken And Barley Soup
Barley is rich in fiber that improves digestion and helps you lose weight. Furthermore, this ingredient is known for its cholesterol-lowering properties and managing diabetes. This healthy soup is easy to make, tastes delicious, and is perfect for keeping you warm and improving your overall health at the same time. Get the recipe here.
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20. Pea And Lettuce Soup With Ham And Cheese Tartines
Here’s another soup that you can make pretty fast after returning from a long day at work. It only takes 20 minutes to make this green miracle, and ham and cheese tartines are a great bonus. Get the recipe for this wonderful soup right here.
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Conclusion
Soup is perfect for cold winter nights. Soups from this article are easy to make, help you lose weight, and taste delicious at the same time. Plus, they contain ingredients that you can buy just about anywhere (and many that you probably already have in your kitchen!).
References:
https://www.consumerhealthdigest.com/weight-loss/tips-for-healthy-winter-meal-planning.html
http://www.prevention.com/food/healthy-soup-recipes-weight-loss?slide=2
http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/category/occasion/gorgeous-winter-soups/#8w6Ah80WS5zmHbHz.97
