Not just for winter: 11 sensational summer soups

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Who says soups are only meant for winter? Embrace the summer season with these 11 sensational soup recipes that are both refreshing and packed with seasonal ingredients, offering a delightful way to stay cool and nourished in the heat.

Cold avocado soup garnished with diced jalapeno, cilantro and olive oil.
Cold Avocado Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup

Creamy tomato tortellini soup made in the Instant Pot in a bowl.
Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This Instant Pot creamy tomato tortellini soup is made in no time thanks to pressure cooking – majorly creamy and cheesy and packed with bright summer basil!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup

Cucumber Gazpacho

Cucumber gazpacho in bowls with crumbled crackers as garnish.
Cucumber Gazpacho. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This cucumber gazpacho recipe is made with avocado and soaked cashews for a creamy texture highlighted with bright lime, basil and mint flavors. It’s the perfect refreshing chilled summer soup.
Get the Recipe: Cucumber Gazpacho

Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew

Summer beef stew topped with red onion and grated cheese.
Summer Beef Stew. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Not a soup but similar in nature, this summer beef stew is made in the slow cooker so the house stays cool. Enjoy this classic dish with a summer vegetable twist!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew

Mango Melon Soup

Mango melon soup with pickled cucumber and prosciutto skewer in a bowl.
Mango Melon Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This chilled mango melon soup is garnished with tangy pickled cucumber and prosciutto skewers for a salty, sweet and cool summer dish.
Get the Recipe: Mango Melon Soup

Chilled Cherry Fennel Soup

Chilled cherry fennel soup in bowls with fresh fennel on the side.
Chilled Cherry Fennel Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This chilled cherry fennel soup is just slightly sweet with a tangy fennel and dill flavor.
Get the Recipe: Chilled Cherry Fennel Soup

Cold Avocado Soup

Cold avocado soup garnished with diced jalapeno, cilantro and olive oil.
Cold Avocado Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This cold avocado soup is creamy and incredibly refreshing. Living somewhere in the world between guacamole and gazpacho, it’s a wonderful light meal or starter on a hot day.
Get the Recipe: Cold Avocado Soup

Mung Bean Soup

Mung bean soup in a bowl with gold spoon.
Mung Bean Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This mung bean soup recipe with lemony summer vegetables is a hearty and warming vegetarian meal that makes for an easy weeknight dinner. Serve with crusty bread and cozy up to a bowl!
Get the Recipe: Mung Bean Soup

Cold Strawberry Soup

Cold strawberry soup in a white bowl with mint and strawberry garnish.
Cold Strawberry Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A chilled strawberry soup with orange and mint. Perfect as an appetizer or dessert on a hot day.
Get the Recipe: Cold Strawberry Soup

Thai Pea Soup

Thai pea soup garnished with pea shoots in a white bowl.
Thai Pea Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This Thai pea soup is made completely in the blender and full of fresh seasonal flavor. With ginger, lemongrass, coconut milk, jalapeños and peas, you’ll want a big bowl.
Get the Recipe: Thai Pea Soup

Summer Gazpacho

Summer gazpacho with basil garnish in a glass bowl.
Summer Gazpacho. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A quick blender recipe for summer gazpacho. This simple chilled soup is made in minutes in the blender, no cooking required!
Get the Recipe: Summer Gazpacho

Creamy Carrot Fennel Soup

Creamy carrot soup with fennel and white beans in a blue and white bowl.
Creamy Carrot Fennel Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This creamy carrot soup is hearty and filling with cannellini beans yet light and refreshing for the season with fresh fennel. Vegan and gluten-free!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Carrot Fennel Soup

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