Name: 25+ Summer Soup Recipes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 (15-ounce) cans chili with beans; 1 (15-ounce) can can black beans, (drained and rinsed); 1 (15-ounce_ can tomato sauce; 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (15-ounce) can corn; 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles; 3 tablespoons ranch dressing mix, ((or 1 packet)); 3 tablespoons taco seasoning, ((or 1 packet)); 1½ cups low-sodium beef broth; ½ cup water; sour cream, tortilla chips, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, cilantro

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Summer soups are usually lighter, less hearty and filling than soups served during other times of the year. Use up those summer veggies and get your soup on!

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Soup Isn’t Just for Winter!

I LOVE soup! But when you think soup, you most likely think winter.

These chunky or smooth summer soups are just the thing to hit the spot on those warm summer days. They’re not too heavy, and perfect served with a side of bread or fresh green salad.

Why we love summer soups:

Light and flavorful. Save the heavy stews and chowders for winter and enjoy these lighter and flavorful soups.
For every skill level. We’ve included tips to make the most flavorful soups with the best texture!
Crockpot soup recipes. Cooking soup in a slow cooker keeps you from heating your kitchen and frees up time to enjoy summertime activities.

Tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich on the side.

seasonal Veggies

If you are lucky enough to have a vegetable garden growing in your backyard use the produce you have on hand!

Some favorite summer vegetables include tomatoes, red peppers, squash, beans, greens, cucumbers, sweet potatoes, southern peas, summer corn, green onions, or fresh herbs like fresh dill, basil, oregano, rosemary, fresh mint, and thyme.

summer Soup Tips

Using a crock pot on a hot summer day is ideal as it won’t heat your kitchen!
Ways to make the flavors in your best summer soups shine:
- Sauté the aromatic veggies first. These include ingredients like celery, bell peppers, and garlic.
- Season to taste. Allow the soup to simmer a bit before tasting and adding any other seasonings.
- Opt for using the more flavorful chicken or beef stock instead of broth.
- Add a squeeze of lemon for a bright flavor.
- If a soup recipe calls for cooked meat, using seasoned cooked meat really lifts the entire soup.
Soup that can be served cold. There are recipes designed to be served cold such as cold cucumber soup, and gazpacho recipes like watermelon gazpacho or sweet corn gazpacho. But many warm soups can be turned into cold soups.
- Easily chill creamy vegetable-based soups such as Tomato Soup, Carrot Soup, or Squash Soup in the fridge and serve cold. Cold soups are typically served in smaller portions and alongside sandwiches or salads.

Healthy chicken tortilla soup in a white bowl.

Toppings

If the soup isn’t amazing enough, adding some favorite toppings will take it over the top. Garnish your soup with any of these ideas:

fresh basil, cilantro, mint, ginger, or other herbs
lemon juice or lime juice to give a bright flavor
a dollop of sour cream or parmesan cheese
salt, pepper, garlic salt, or red pepper flakes to taste
crushed crackers or croutons, tortilla strips, chopped nuts or seeds
bacon bits

Favorite Summer Soup Recipes

A bowlful of summer soups can stand alone but also pair well with a classic side of greens like Wedge Salad or sandwiches such as a Veggie Panini or this Flatout Wrap.

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Summer Soups

Soup Isn’t Just for Winter!

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summer Soup Tips

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Favorite Summer Soup Recipes

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