Sarra Ina Garten’s vegetable soup recipes range from rich roasted tomato basil to creamy potato leek to a chilled cucumber bowl that’s perfect for summer. These 19 soups cover every season and mood, all with fresh ingredients and bold flavor.
1. Tomato Orzo Soup
Crushed tomatoes and tomato paste simmer with orzo pasta in a brothy, oregano-scented base. A handful of fresh basil and optional Parmesan finish each bowl with bright flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s one of the fastest soups in the lineup.
2. Cream of Fresh Tomato Soup
Fresh plum tomatoes and canned plum tomatoes cook down together with sautéed onion, garlic, and a touch of sugar for balance. Heavy cream gives it a silky, velvety body, and fresh basil stirs in right at the end. Done in about an hour and 15 minutes.
3. Tomato Soup With Orzo
San Marzano whole tomatoes break down into a savory broth with butter, garlic, and dried oregano. Orzo simmers right in the pot, soaking up all the tomatoey flavor, and a pour of heavy cream rounds everything out. Ready in 40 minutes.
4. Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Oven-roasted plum tomatoes caramelize with olive oil, garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes before being blended with four cups of packed fresh basil. The roasting brings out deep, sweet, concentrated tomato flavor. It takes about an hour and 50 minutes but the depth is worth every minute.
5. Roasted Tomato Soup
Roma tomatoes roasted with sliced onion and garlic cloves turn golden and jammy before blending into a smooth, rich soup. A swirl of heavy cream is optional but adds a buttery finish. Ready in about an hour and 10 minutes.
6. Tomato Soup With Grilled Cheese Croutons
Golden grilled cheese croutons made with cheddar and Gruyère float on top of a smooth, basil-scented tomato soup. Crushed and whole plum tomatoes give the broth layers of texture. Done in about 55 minutes, it’s a cozy lunch in one bowl.
7. Tuscan White Bean Soup
Cannellini beans simmered with carrots, celery, crushed tomatoes, and a Parmesan rind create a thick, savory Tuscan-style bowl. Fresh rosemary and thyme build an aromatic backbone. Ready in 45 minutes, it reheats beautifully.
8. Black Bean Soup
Cumin-spiced black beans cook down with red bell pepper, carrots, celery, and tomato paste into a thick, smoky broth. Fresh lime juice stirred in at the end adds a tangy brightness. Done in 45 minutes.
9. Rosemary White Bean Soup
Tender white beans pureed with fresh rosemary sprigs and garlic make this one of the simplest, most elegant soups in the lineup. A squeeze of lemon zest lifts the earthy flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes.
10. Loaded Potato Soup
Russet potatoes blended with heavy cream and butter until thick and velvety, then loaded with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar, and sour cream. Chopped chives finish each bowl with a fresh bite. Done in about 50 minutes.
11. Cream of Asparagus Soup
Two pounds of fresh asparagus simmered with onion and garlic, then blended smooth with a pour of heavy cream. A touch of lemon juice brightens the earthy, grassy flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a perfect spring bowl.
12. Roasted Potato Leek Soup
Yukon Gold potatoes and leeks roasted until golden, then simmered with thyme and a hint of smoked paprika before blending into a creamy, savory bowl. Heavy cream and Parmesan add richness. Done in about 55 minutes.
13. Carrot Ginger Soup
Sweet carrots and fresh ginger simmer in stock with a splash of orange juice for a vibrant, silky bowl. The ginger adds a warm, spicy kick against the natural sweetness of the carrots. Ready in 45 minutes, it’s bright and satisfying.
14. Cucumber Soup
Chilled and refreshing, this no-cook soup blends English cucumbers with Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and fresh dill. Mint and a squeeze of lemon juice keep each spoonful cool and tangy. Perfect for hot summer days.
15. Summer Minestrone Soup
Zucchini, green beans, and cannellini beans pack this brothy minestrone with fresh summer vegetables. Ditalini pasta and diced tomatoes cook right in the pot, and a shower of Parmesan ties it all together. Ready in 45 minutes.
16. Winter Minestrone Soup
Butternut squash and kale give this cold-weather minestrone hearty body and deep, earthy flavor. Cannellini beans and ditalini pasta make every spoonful filling, and a Parmesan rind melts into the broth. Done in about an hour and 10 minutes.
17. Mushroom Farro Soup
Cremini mushrooms and hearty farro simmer with diced tomatoes, white wine, and a splash of olive oil in this rich, textured bowl. Thyme and garlic build a savory base. Ready in about an hour, it’s warm and filling.
18. French Onion Soup
Caramelized yellow onions slow-cooked in butter and olive oil, then deglazed with white wine and simmered in beef broth until deeply savory. Topped with a crusty baguette slice and melted Gruyère and Parmesan. Takes about an hour and 15 minutes.
19. Onion Fennel Soup Gratin
Buttery fennel and onions caramelize together before simmering in white wine and stock with fresh thyme. Topped with toasted baguette and a thick layer of bubbly Gruyère, it’s a rich twist on classic French onion. Done in about an hour and 15 minutes.
