Here are 24 of the best single-serving soup recipes. You will find many easy, filling and super tasty soup recipes in this list. Make extra servings for even easier leftovers.
Soups make a great recipe for anyone, especially when these soups can be made in one pan and in 30 minutes. Not all of these single-serve soup recipes are the same, but they’re all easy and so comforting.
They can also be easily adjusted to make extra servings. In addition to grain-based soups, many will freeze well so you can make dinner for tonight and have leftovers.
Not only is the soup easy and comforting, it’s an easy recipe to add sides to make it more filling. Serve with some bread, a side dish or a sandwich. Adjust it to meet your current hunger levels.
Finally, like all of the single-serve soup recipes here, they are easily adaptable. Use ingredients you already have on hand, switch out vegetables as you like, and Google substitutions if you have questions. First, use what you have.
Cooking for One Tips
Here are some resources to make cooking for someone much easier:
In addition to general cooking tips, there are things to keep in mind when making single-serve soup recipes.
- Serving sizes are a bit arbitrary. Save leftovers for lunch or a snack. You can add extra sides to make your soup or leftover soup more hearty and satisfying. Your appetite and food needs will likely change from day to day.
- Make extra servings. Use the serving size slider on the recipe card to adjust these single serving soup recipes. Or search for soup recipes that make 4+ servings. There are a lot of them!
- Save your leftovers. There are plenty of containers to store leftover soups, etc. I used to use small IKEA ice boxes and recently got some Super Cubes. Oh, they are so awesome. Flexible and lidded so they can be stacked in the freezer.
- Like all recipes, customize them to work for you. Change the protein or vegetables to taste or use whatever you have on hand. Look for replacements online as well.
Vegetarian soups
Now that it’s soup season, make this easy Sweet Potato Soup with Silken Tofu to warm up and feel super satisfied with the extra protein.
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You’re only 20 minutes away from a delicious and quick fall curry pumpkin soup if you have coconut milk, curry seasoning, and pumpkin puree in your pantry.
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Step up your fall soup game with this easy 30-minute delicata squash soup. It’s vegetarian (vegan if you want!), hearty and full of flavor. Served with a grilled cheese for a delicious cool weather dinner.
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Throw together this 30-minute rice and bean soup with a handful of foraging ingredients. This soup can be made in one pot, with uncooked rice, salsa, broth, seasonings, and whatever beans and vegetables you have.
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Easily make this delicious pea soup in a 2 liter slow cooker. It’s an old, tried and true recipe that’s even tastier served with cornmeal.
This creamy asparagus soup is the perfect spring soup, it’s smooth, creamy, but light enough for spring.
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Add a side like a grilled cheese or crusty bread to make this meal more filling. You can add a side to any single serving soup recipes.
This one-serving version of the classic French onion soup is packed with sweet and savory flavors. In addition, it is finished with crispy croutons and melted cheese. It’s perfect for a hot meal.
This 5 minute miso soup is so comforting, savory and full of comforting ingredients. It has spinach, tofu, shiitake mushrooms and of course miso paste.
This simple recipe is packed with plant-based protein and vegetables. It’s easy and so comforting for any cold night.
In less than 30 minutes you will have one of the hottest soups. This tomato soup recipe uses pantry ingredients for an easy weeknight dinner.
In less than 30 minutes you will have cheese and tender broccoli soup. It doesn’t require a lot of materials and it’s easy too.
Chicken/turkey soups
Make a comforting, delicious chicken soup for one in about 30 minutes. This warming recipe is easy, delicious, and made in one pot. It’s perfect for a quick winter dinner.
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With this Turkey Pumpkin Chili, you’re 30 minutes away from a delicious fall dinner full of flavor. It has beans, canned pumpkin puree, canned tomatoes, corn, peppers, ground turkey and spices to make a great fall or Halloween dinner.
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This creamy, comforting chicken and mushroom soup with wild rice is the perfect winter recipe to warm you up. It only takes 15 minutes of practice and is ready to eat in about 50 minutes. Use frozen chicken to make it even easier!
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Tortellini aren’t just wonderfully cooked like pasta, they’re delicious and super comforting in soup form. Add some Italian seasoning and chicken, and you’re good to go!
Capsicum
This easy tomato-free chili is perfect if you don’t have or don’t like diced tomatoes in your chili. In about 30 minutes you’ll have a hearty chili full of ground beef, beans, onion, green pepper, and warm comforting spices.
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Beef/pork soups
A classic beef stew recipe adapted for one serving. It’s so comforting and delicious. Plus, it’s a great make-ahead meal as it gets better on day 2.
Enjoy all the comforting flavors of lasagna in soup form. It will save you time and effort and still contain all the deliciousness. Plus, it’s ready in less than 30 minutes.
This comforting potato, Italian sausage, and spinach soup is ready in just 30 minutes. It’s easy and so delicious.
Packed with vegetables, pasta and bacon, this minestrone soup is comforting, nutritious and delicious. It’s simple to make and perfect for a chilly night.
Seafood soups
This seafood stew only takes 15 minutes to make. It is filled with cod, prawns, tomatoes, garlic and onions.
This easy shrimp soup is inspired by the traditional Thai soup Tom Yum. Made with ingredients easily found in US grocery stores, it’s definitely worth it.
FAQ
Most people look at a serving to see how much they should eat. Unfortunately, many foods have different amounts listed on their serving size, so there is some confusion.
A serving can be two cups, but if you’re using this to decide how much to eat, listen to your own hunger/fullness cues to determine how much to eat. You may have leftovers or add sides for a hearty meal.
You can serve the soup in bowls of any size that can hold as much soup as you want. Use a ladle or a large spoon to remove it from the pot you cooked it in. You can also pour it from the pot into your bowl.
If you want your soup to be thicker, you can add a mashed/mixed potato, cornstarch, cream or a mixture of butter and flour. These are best for creamy soups. Stock-based soups are usually not thick.
Have you made any of these single serving soup recipes? Leave me a comment and a rating to share how they turned out!
