Healthy, Nourishing Soups That Boost Your Immune System—Naturally

6 Healthy Soups for When You’re Under the Weather

Infused with whole foods like ginger, garlic, turmeric, leafy greens, and bone broth, this list is packed with hearty soups known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-supporting properties. Keep reading for the delicious details. 

1. Golden Get-Well Soup by Molly Baz

This golden-hued soup from Molly Baz's cookbook Cook This Book is loaded with ginger, turmeric, rice, and 10 (yes, we said 10) cloves of garlic for a soothing, restorative meal you won’t soon forget. Bookmark this recipe for the next time you feel a cold coming on and thank us later.

2. Healing Chicken Soup from Rachael's Good Eats

Registered dietitian Rachael DeVaux's version of good ol’ fashioned chicken noodle soup swaps regular chicken broth for more nutritious bone broth, then adds fresh ginger, garlic, and turmeric to give your body’s defenses a leg up. Simmered with tender chicken and pasta, this recipe is protein-packed and designed to support digestion and recovery.

3. Mean Green Detox Vegetable Soup from Half Baked Harvest

Tieghan Gerard's veggie-forward soup marries kale, broccoli, purple cabbage, lentils, plenty of fresh ginger, and cayenne pepper for a spoonful that both helps fight colds and boosts the metabolism. A splash of apple cider vinegar and lemon brightens the whole bowl with a citrusy twist.

4. Lemony Garlic Chicken and Orzo Soup from Half Baked Harvest

Caramelized garlic, fresh herbs, kale, and a generous squeeze of lemon make this soup a light yet satisfying winter treat you’ll make again and again. A parmesan rind adds depth to the broth without weighing it down. And the ability to make this on the stove—or set it and forget it in a slow cooker simply adds to the appeal. 

5. Immunity-Boosting Turmeric Chicken Soup from The Roasted Root

Battling a sore throat and congestion. Whip up this anti-inflammatory soup that’s specifically crafted to quell your cold and flu symptoms. The easy recipe combines parsley, turmeric, carrots, parsnips, and coconut milk for a creamy, golden bowl that's paleo-friendly and full of healing nutrients.

6. Vegan Lentil Tortilla Soup from Eat With Clarity

For a mouthwatering plant-based option, try this cozy soup. This recipe includes everything we love in a classic chicken tortilla soup, but swaps chicken for red lentils and black beans while keeping the warm spices and depth of flavor. Cashew cream adds richness without dairy, and fresh lime juice adds that zest we can’t get enough of.

Making immune-supporting meals doesn't require a culinary degree or cooking prowess. All you need is a stock pot, a few simple ingredients, and a little time. Oh, and don't forget to wash your ingredients with Truly Free Home Fruit & Veggie Wash.

Whatever recipe you try, a pot of soup simmering on the stove is one of the easiest ways to nourish yourself and your family, especially when the ingredients do the heavy lifting for you.