When the temperatures rise, soup might not be the first dish that comes to mind—but summer soups are in a category all their own. 

Made with fresh, seasonal ingredients and often served chilled or at room temperature, these light yet flavorful recipes offer a refreshing break from heavier meals. 

From classic gazpacho and cucumber-dill soup to corn chowder and tomato-basil blends, these summer soups are perfect for warm-weather dining. 

Whether you're looking for a quick lunch, a first course for a garden dinner, or a cool dish to serve on a hot afternoon, these recipes are as nourishing as they are delicious.

1. Instant Pot Summer Soup

Instant Pot Summer Soup

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2. Summer Chicken Vegetable Soup

Summer Chicken Vegetable Soup

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3. Summer Vegetable Soup

Summer Vegetable Soup

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4. Zucchini Summer Soup

Zucchini Summer Soup

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5. Summer Soup

Summer Soup

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6. Tomato Soup

Tomato Soup

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7. Cold Cucumber Soup

Cold Cucumber Soup

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8. Summer Creamy Vegetable Soup

Summer Creamy Vegetable Soup

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9. Tomato Gazpacho Soup

Tomato Gazpacho Soup

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10. Vegan Curry Summer Vegetable Soup

Vegan Curry Summer Vegetable Soup

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11. Slow Cooker Italian Summer Soup

Slow Cooker Italian Summer Soup

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12. Chilled Tomato Summer Soup

Chilled Tomato Summer Soup

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13. Late Summer Corn Tortilla Soup

Late Summer Corn Tortilla Soup

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14. Summer Corn Soup

Summer Corn Soup

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15. Farmers Market Chilled Soup

Farmers Market Chilled Soup

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16. Zucchini-Basil Soup

Zucchini-Basil Soup

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17. Creamy Summer Squash Soup

Creamy Summer Squash Soup

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18. Summer Grilled Chicken Soup

Summer Grilled Chicken Soup

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19. Roasted Red Pepper And Tomato Soup

Roasted Red Pepper And Tomato Soup

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20. Carrot Ginger Zucchini Soup

Carrot Ginger Zucchini Soup

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Conclusion

Summer soups prove that comfort food isn’t just for the colder months. 

These 20 recipes are packed with fresh produce, bright herbs, and cooling flavors that suit the season perfectly. 

Whether served chilled or warm, they’re easy to prepare and ideal for showcasing the best of your farmer’s market haul. 

So grab your blender, stock up on summer veggies, and enjoy these soups all season long—one refreshing spoonful at a time.