14 High-Protein Soups That Are Worthy of Being the Main Course

Soup lovers already know that the best foods are both healthy and comforting. But while soup is a staple in many households — especially during the colder months — it isn’t always very filling. (There’s a reason soup is so often a starter!) In defense of soup as a main course meal and a top tier food, we’ve compiled this list of high-protein soup recipes, all of which will leave you feeling full.

In addition to helping you get enough protein throughout the day, the soups on this list also include plenty of fiber and micronutrients. Ingredients like veggies, chickpeas, and lentils all help with satiety while also contributing to great taste. What more could you ask for?

Although these soups are high in protein, that doesn’t mean they all contain meat. There’s something here for everyone, whether you’re looking for vegan options, vegetarian ideas, or anything in between. These recipes also don’t take an expert to make, so feel free to use an instant pot, slow cooker, or just heat everything up over the stove. Meal prep a large batch to freeze and eat over the course of several weeks, or have fun experimenting with all the different high-protein soup recipes one satisfying bowl at a time. No matter how you slice it (or stir it, in this case), you can rest assured these soups are going to be great meals.