Feeling under the weather? When your body is fighting off an illness, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen. But nourishing your body is crucial for recovery. That’s why we’ve gathered a global collection of easy, healing soup recipes. These soothing recipes are designed to comfort you and support your immune system when you’re feeling sick. From the comforting warmth of French provincial garlic soup to the bright tang of Greek lemon soup, these dishes draw on centuries of culinary wisdom to help you bounce back and strengthen immunity.

egg drop soup - healing soup recipes for a sick-day

Time-Honored Cultural Wisdom

Across cultures, people have developed time-honored food-based remedies for common ailments. From the fragrant broths of Asia to the citrus-infused soups of the Mediterranean, these recipes reflect the universal desire to find comfort and healing through food. Remember, listening to your body and choosing simple, nourishing ingredients will soothe your soul, no matter where you draw your culinary inspiration from.

The Sick Day Soup Strategy:

When you’re ill, your body needs gentle, easily digestible foods that provide essential nutrients. We’re focusing on healing soup recipes that:

  • Are Simple and Quick: Minimal effort required, perfect for when you’re low on energy.
  • Feature Immune-Boosting Ingredients: Think garlic, ginger, and other natural powerhouses.
  • Are Gentle on the Stomach: We’re avoiding heavy, greasy, or overly complex dishes.

Microgreens Are Powerhouse for Immunity

Don’t underestimate the power of these tiny greens! Microgreens are packed with vitamins and antioxidants, offering a concentrated nutritional boost. Simply add them to your finished healing soups, immunity broths, or even toast for an easy way to support your immune system when you’re feeling under the weather. Every variety of microgreens I can think of is perfect for topping soup– well, maybe not cantaloup microgreens– but every other variety is great for soup. Micro broccoli, micro basil, and micro radish are great options. More inspiration to learn to grow your own microgreens (start with these grow guides How To Grow Broccoli Microgreens, How to Grow Kale Microgreens)

Sick-Day Healing Soup Recipes From Around The World

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twopeasandtheirpod
Carrot Ginger Soup {Vegan}
A healthy, easy, and creamy Carrot Ginger Soup loaded with roasted carrots, fresh ginger, and bold flavors! You will love this vegan soup!
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Pastina Soup (aka Italian Penicillin) - Brothy and Nourishing
iowagirleats
Pastina Soup (aka Italian Penicillin) – Brothy and Nourishing
Pastina Soup, aka Italian Penicillin, is an easy, brothy soup recipe that will nourish your body and soul. Soul-satisfying comfort food!
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masalaherb
20 min Healing Broth Soup
A quick clear broth soup with healing ginger, turmeric, garlic, lemon, health-boosting spices & herbs. Oil free + one pot + low calorie
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thenourishinggourmet.com
Simple Thai Broth
Ginger and garlic spike a coconut laced chicken broth. For extra flavor, lemongrass, and/or Thai red curry can be added with delicious results, and for serving, lime wedges, cilantro, or sliced green onions can be used to garnish the bowl. This delicious broth is absolutely perfect when you are fighting off a cold or the flu, or just want something soothing on a rainy day. With that nutrient dense chicken stock, MCFA rich coconut milk, and immune boosting garlic and ginger, there are many reasons I crave this soup when sick!
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thewoksoflife.com
Egg Drop Soup: Authentic 15-Minute Recipe
This easy egg drop soup recipe tastes just like your favorite Chinese restaurant’s version (maybe a little better!), ready in just 15 mins!
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mexicanplease.com
Vegetarian Pozole Verde — Delicious Green Pozole!
Here’s a great way to make a batch of Vegetarian Pozole Verde — a hearty, satisfying bowl full of comfort. So good!!
Check out this recipe
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pardonyourfrench.com
Watercress Soup (Soupe de Cresson)
This Watercress Soup, known as “Soupe de Cresson” in French, is a typical recette de grand–mère, aka a “grandmother’s recipe”. Made of onions, potatoes for extra body.
Check out this recipe
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dontwastethecrumbs.com
Easy Homemade Ramen
Try this healthy homemade ramen soup recipe for a customizable lunch that kids can make themselves. Tastes just like the classic, without the funky ingredients.
Check out this recipe
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blessthismessplease.com
Minestroni Soup: A simple soup that’ll warm you right up!
This veggie-packed classic minestrone soup recipe is so easy to customize! Use what veggies you have on hand or favorites. Healthy + Easy!
Check out this recipe
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thewoksoflife.com
Tofu Soup (with a Satisfying Milky Broth!)
This simple Chinese tofu soup recipe is flavorful, filling, and easy, with just 11 basic ingredients—many of which you probably have already!
Check out this recipe
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thegreekfoodie.com
Greek Chickpea Soup
This delicious Greek chickpea soup is so easy to make. It is creamy, lemony, and a perfect comfort soup with few ingredients.
Check out this recipe
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themediterraneandish.com
Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe (Vegetarian & GF)
Easy Moroccan harira with lentils, chickpeas and loads of warm spices. Grab our recipe and expert tips for the best lentil and chickpea soup!
Check out this recipe
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egg drop soup - healing soup recipes for a sick-day
pardonyourfrench.com
Provençal Garlic Soup (Aïgo Boulido)
Translating in Provencal dialect as “boiled water”, the Aïgo Boulido is an unassuming broth of garlic and sage, enriched with eggs. It is delicately aromatic and believed to have powerful curative properties.
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