15 Beautiful Spring Soups to Make Right Now (Light, Fresh & Seasonal)

Looking for light, fresh, and flavorful soups that celebrate the best of spring? These vibrant bowls of Pinterest-worthy soups are packed with in-season veggies, delicate herbs, and zesty flavor- perfect for warming up cool spring evenings or serving chilled on sunny days. These lovely light soup recipes can be styled perfectly for a posh brunch or are a definite must to add to your list of spring dinner ideas! Whether you’re craving creamy, brothy, or chilled, this list has a soup for every springtime mood. 

Save this list for when you need a quick dinner, an elegant brunch starter, or a make-ahead meal that tastes like spring in a bowl. Our top 15 favorite soups for spring!

Why Spring Soups Are the Ultimate Seasonal Staple

• Use up fresh produce from the farmers market or garden
• Light but satisfying- perfect for transitional weather
• Fast to make- most of these are done in 30 minutes!
• Great for leftovers or freezing
• Perfect for busy days when you need a healthy dinner in a pinch

5 Quick Tips for Perfect Spring Soup Recipes

1. Use seasonal produce like asparagus, peas, leeks, and herbs for max flavor
2. Add zest or citrus to brighten creamy or pureed soups
3. Blend soups only partially to keep texture (or fully for silky-smooth finishes)
4. Always taste-test with a splash of vinegar or lemon at the end — it makes a huge difference
5. Top with fresh herbs, microgreens, or a swirl of cream to make soups instantly prettier and tastier

These spring soups are perfect for:

• Spring meal planning
• Easter brunch
• Mother’s Day menus
• Seasonal resets or plant-forward eating

15 Must-Try Spring Soups that are Easy & Gorgeous

1. Asparagus and Leek Spring Soup

Creamy, green, and gorgeously simple. A drizzle of lemon zest takes this one over the top.

Asparagus and Leek Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large leek, sliced (white and light green parts only)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and chopped
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh lemon zest (for garnish)

Asparagus and Leek Soup Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add leek and garlic, cook until soft.
2. Add asparagus and broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Blend until smooth. Stir in cream (if using). Season to taste.
4. Garnish with lemon zest and serve hot.

2. Chilled Spring Pea Soup with Mint

A refreshing, chilled (or warm!) soup that tastes like garden sunshine. Bonus: It’s freezer-friendly.

Chilled Spring Pea Soup Ingredients (With Mint!)

• 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
• 1 shallot, chopped
• 3 cups frozen or fresh peas
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Greek yogurt or crème fraîche (for topping)

Spring Pea and Mint Soup Instructions:

1. Sauté shallot in butter until translucent. Add peas and broth.
2. Bring to a simmer and cook 5–7 minutes.
3. Add mint and blend until silky. Season.
4. Serve chilled or warm with a dollop of yogurt.

3. Carrot Ginger Spring Soup Recipe

Bright orange, lightly spiced, and totally comforting. Add orange juice for a zesty twist!

Carrot Ginger Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Juice of 1 orange (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste

Carrot Ginger Spring Soup Instructions

1. Sauté onion in oil until soft. Add carrots and ginger.
2. Pour in broth, simmer until carrots are tender.
3. Blend until smooth. Stir in orange juice if desired. Season.
4. Serve warm.

4. Lemony Chicken Orzo Soup

Spring’s answer to chicken noodle — but lighter, lemonier, and irresistibly cozy.

Lemony Chicken Orzo Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/2 cup orzo pasta
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• Salt, pepper, and parsley

Lemony Chicken Orzo Soup Instructions

1. Sauté onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in oil until soft.
2. Add broth, bring to boil. Stir in orzo and cook until tender.
3. Add chicken, lemon juice/zest, season and heat through.
4. Garnish with parsley.

5. Creamy Cauliflower and Dill Spring Soup

Silky, herby, and perfect with crusty bread or a quick spring salad on the side.

Creamy Cauliflower and Dill Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 head cauliflower, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 1/2 cup sour cream or cashew cream
• Salt & pepper to taste

Creamy Cauliflower and Dill Soup Instructions

1. Sauté onion in oil. Add cauliflower and broth.
2. Simmer until cauliflower is soft.
3. Blend with dill until creamy. Stir in sour cream. Season.
4. Serve with crusty bread.

6. Spinach and White Bean Soup

Protein-packed and super fast. A full meal in a bowl — great for Meatless Mondays.

Spinach and White Bean Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can white beans, drained
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups baby spinach
• Salt, pepper, lemon juice

Spinach and White Bean Soup Instructions

1. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add beans and broth. Simmer 10 minutes.
3. Stir in spinach until wilted. Season with lemon juice, salt & pepper.

7. Strawberry Gazpacho

Wait, what? Trust us. This chilled sweet-savory soup is incredible for brunch or Mother’s Day.

Strawberry Gazpacho Ingredients

• 1 pint strawberries, hulled
• 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Strawberry Gazpacho Instructions

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Chill for at least 2 hours.
3. Garnish with basil or microgreens.

8. Zucchini Basil Soup

Naturally dairy-free and shockingly creamy. Great hot or cold with a swirl of cashew cream.

Zucchini Basil Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 zucchini, sliced
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 1/4 cup cashews or cream (optional)
• Salt & pepper

Zucchini Basil Soup Instructions

1. Sauté onion. Add zucchini and broth.
2. Simmer 10–12 minutes.
3. Blend with basil (and cashews if using). Season.

9. Spring Vegetable Minestrone

Loaded with asparagus, carrots, peas, and pasta in a light tomato broth. Easy to meal prep!

Spring Vegetable Minestrone Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 cup green beans, chopped
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 cup peas
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 5 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup small pasta
• Fresh basil

Spring Vegetable Minestrone Instructions

1. Sauté onion and carrots. Add other veggies and broth.
2. Add tomatoes, pasta, and simmer until tender.
3. Stir in peas at the end. Garnish with basil.

10. Watercress and Potato Soup

Peppery greens meet silky potatoes. A gorgeous green soup that feels fancy but is SO easy.

Watercress and Potato Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bunch watercress
• 1/4 cup cream (optional)
• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Cook onion in butter. Add potatoes and broth.
2. Simmer until soft. Add watercress and cook 2–3 mins.
3. Blend. Stir in cream. Season.

11. Lettuce and Herb Soup

A chic way to use tender lettuces. Quick, delicate, and lovely with fresh herbs.

Lettuce and Herb Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 shallot, chopped
• 1 head butter lettuce, chopped
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup fresh herbs (tarragon, parsley, chives)
• 1/4 cup cream or yogurt (optional)

Lettuce and Herb Soup Instructions

1. Sauté shallot in butter.
2. Add lettuce, herbs, and broth.
3. Simmer 5–7 mins. Blend until smooth.
4. Stir in cream if desired. Serve warm or chilled.

12. Green Garlic and Potato Soup

Milder than regular garlic, green garlic adds subtle spring flavor and freshness.

Green Garlic and Potato Soup Ingredients

1. 1 tbsp olive oil
2. 1 bunch green garlic, chopped
3. 2 potatoes, cubed
4. 4 cups vegetable broth
5. 1/4 cup sour cream or yogurt
6. Salt & pepper

Green Garlic and Potato Soup Instructions

1. Cook garlic in oil until soft. Add potatoes and broth.
2. Simmer until tender. Blend until smooth.
3. Stir in sour cream. Season.

13. Miso Spring Vegetable Soup

Umami-rich, nourishing, and packed with veggies. Add tofu or soba noodles for extra oomph.

Miso Spring Vegetable Soup Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 3 tbsp white miso paste
• 1 cup snap peas, sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 cup spinach
• 1 scallion, sliced
• 1 tsp sesame oil

Miso Spring Vegetable Soup Instructions

1. Heat water to just below boiling. Stir in miso paste.
2. Add vegetables, simmer 3–5 minutes.
3. Drizzle with sesame oil and top with scallions.

14. Chilled Cucumber and Yogurt Soup

Cool, creamy, and totally no-cook. Perfect for warm days and elegant lunches.

Chilled Cucumber and Yogurt Soup Ingredients

• 2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 clove garlic
• 2 tbsp dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt & pepper

Chilled Cucumber and Yogurt Soup Instructions

1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
2. Chill for 1–2 hours before serving.

15. Tomato and Fennel Soup

A lighter, more elegant take on tomato soup. Naturally sweet with spring fennel.

Tomato and Fennel Soup Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 fennel bulb, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth (Grab two free cans of Swanson’s broth here!)
• Salt, pepper, and fennel fronds

Tomato and Fennel Soup Instructions

1. Sauté fennel, onion, and garlic until soft.
2. Add tomatoes and broth. Simmer 15 minutes.
3. Blend until smooth or leave chunky. Garnish with fennel fronds.

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