When the air is crisp and the tree is twinkling, nothing warms the soul quite like a steaming bowl of soup. You’ll love curling up with any of these high protein Christmas soups.

While Christmas is filled with roasts and pies, sometimes all that families really crave is a hearty, nourishing bowl to sip between all the festivities.

Today, I have 21 delicious soup recipes that are easy to make, heart-warming, and packed with protein. They’re also fun and trendy – how about cheeseburger soup, lasagna soup, creamy taco soup, chicken tortilla soup, or even a salmon soup?

Feeling hungry? It’s time to grab a spoon and stir up some festive cheer.

1. Broccoli Cheddar Soup

If your Christmas wish is to get the kids eating broccoli without a fuss, this creamy, cheesy soup might just be the magic answer.

It’s a hearty bowl of fresh broccoli, carrots, celery, and cheese blended into a comfort meal that kids are sure to love and come back for seconds. Still skeptical? Give it a try!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 231
• Fats: 11g
• Protein: 15g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 3.3g
• Sugar: 8.9g

2. Chicken Taco Soup

A taco in a bowl? This high protein soup recipe is a favorite with my family.

It’s a classic comfort-filled bowl of chicken soup with an added punch of delicious taco ingredients like cumin, chili powder, tomatoes, black beans, and corn, all topped with shredded mozzarella.

Serve it in large ceramic mugs while everyone’s curled up by the fire. It’s the kind of moment that becomes a favorite Christmas memory.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 463
• Fats: 9.8g
• Protein: 47g
• Carbs: 52g
• Fiber: 14g
• Sugar: 10g

3. Creamy Crack Chicken Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

For me, bacon always adds a punch to a dish, and this recipe proves it.

Each spoonful is a perfect combination of butter, cheese, chicken, hints of herbs and spices like chives, dill, garlic, and onions, and of course – lashings of smoky bacon.

It’s an easy-to-make one-pot delight that feels like a festive hug in a bowl.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 340
• Fats: 27g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbs: 5g
• Fiber: 0.7g
• Sugar: 2.3g

4. Low Carb Cheeseburger Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

If you loved my taco soup, you’re sure to love my cheeseburger soup. It delivers all the classic cheeseburger flavors in a steaming bowl of comfort without ordering greasy takeout.

The combination of ground beef, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese provides a rich, creamy source of protein and fats, ideal for fueling up the family for building snowmen, caroling, opening gifts, and staying up way too late.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 627
• Fats: 48g
• Protein: 41g
• Carbs: 7.2g
• Fiber: 0.7g
• Sugar: 3.3g

5. Tuscan Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

We may wake up to freezing cold on Christmas day, but that doesn’t mean we can’t bring the warm ambiance of the Italian Riviera into our home.

My Tuscan soup features the flavors of Italian sausages, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, chicken broth, kale, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream. It’s a bowl of cozy sunshine-filled cheer, perfect for Christmas.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 376
• Fats: 32g
• Protein: 15g
• Carbs: 9.9g
• Fiber: 1.7g
• Sugar: 2.5g

6. Lasagna Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

This rich, one-pot soup brings together Italian sausage, ground beef, crushed tomatoes, tomato passata, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning to recreate all the cozy goodness of lasagna, without the pasta.

It’s comfort food with a festive twist that’s Keto, low-carb, gluten-free and high-protein. And, you won’t spend hours in the kitchen making it.

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Per Serving:

• Calories: 426
• Fats: 30g
• Protein: 26g
• Carbs: 13g
• Fiber: 2.3g
• Sugar: 5.2g

7. Low Carb Hamburger Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

When the fam wants hamburgers and you don’t want to order unhealthy takeout, my low carb hamburger soup comes to the rescue.

It brings all the flavors of a classic hamburger – ground beef, cauliflower, tender veggies, and a rich tomato-beef broth, simmered together in one easy pot.

Serve with crusty garlic bread, perfect for a frosty December night when the tree is twinkling and the family gathers for a bowl of pure comfort.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 199
• Fats: 8.5g
• Protein: 21g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 3.5g
• Sugar: 4.9g

8. Creamy Taco Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

Winter warmth in a bowl – make this creamy, nourishing taco-inspired soup for your Christmas feast.

It’s a fabulous blend of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, garlic taco seasoning, and heavy cream, garnished with avocado and mozzarella.

To make it even more memorable for the festive season, I like to serve the soup in hollowed-out bread bowls.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 382
• Fats: 30g
• Protein: 19g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 3.9g
• Sugar: 4.1g

9. Low Carb Cabbage Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

Tired of chicken soup? My low carb cabbage soup is a great replacement. It’s also protein-packed, low-calorie, dairy-free, and gluten-free.

If you have guests with special dietary requirements, this is the perfect Christmas soup to make. Serve it with a green salad, roasted vegetables (mushrooms, zucchini, carrots, and eggplant), or Keto garlic bread.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 216
• Fats: 11g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 3.6g
• Sugar: 5.4g

10. Chicken Tortilla Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

Set the scene for a warm and cozy Christmas meal with my chicken tortilla soup.

Think – layered shredded chicken, fire-roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, Italian seasoning, garlic, and a velvety cream-cheese finish… it’s a delish, comforting bowl packed with protein and no extra carbs.

For extra festive cheer, add pine nuts or toasted almonds and serve it with warm, golden cornbread.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 407
• Fats: 28g
• Protein: 27g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 5.5g
• Sugar: 5.3g

11. Green Enchiladas Chicken Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

If you’re dreaming of festive flavors with minimal fuss, this soup will be your go-to.

Whip up a delicious meal of shredded chicken, creamy cheese, salsa verde, and green enchilada sauce with a zesty twist and a rich, hearty Mexican feel.

I like to separate it into two large bowls – one for the kids and one for the adults, with extra jalapeños or a dash of chipotle powder for added heat.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 527
• Fats: 36g
• Protein: 37g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 4.4g
• Sugar: 7.1g

12. Low Carb Chicken Fajita Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

Staying with those Mexican-inspired flavors, this soup takes everything you love about sizzling fajitas – tender chicken, peppers, onions, tomatoes, and bold spices – and transforms it into a cozy one-pot wonder.

It’s holiday warmth in a bowl, perfect for family dinners when the Christmas lights glow and it’s freezing outside.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 496
• Fats: 30g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 5.7g
• Sugar: 6.8g

13. Low Carb Chicken Mushroom Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

I always find chicken mushroom soup to be so cozy and comforting. That’s why I enjoy making it for a chilly Christmas Evening.

My recipe is packed with tender pieces of chicken and earthy mushrooms. I get the luscious texture by using cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cheddar cheese instead of unhealthy starches and flours.

It’s nourishing, filling, delicious, and guaranteed to make everyone smile.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 502
• Fats: 25g
• Protein: 55g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 2.3g
• Sugar: 8g

14. Lentil Soup with Winter Vegetables

Source: culinaryginger.com

Janette from Culinary Ginger has a fabulous soup recipe that brings all the flavors of the winter season. Think – green lentils, along with root vegetables like sweet parsnips, butternut squash, and carrots.

Add a touch of fresh herbs and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and it’ll warm the family up from the inside out.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 217
• Fats: 9g
• Protein: 12g
• Carbs: 22g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 8g

15. Spicy Chicken Lime Soup

Source: runningtothekitchen.com

Chicken noodle meets chicken tortilla without the noodles! Sounds intriguing?

Try this recipe from Gina and you’ll love the good kick of spice and the warm, comforting feeling that comes from the combination of shredded chicken, jalapeño, fresh ginger, and plenty of lime zest.

It’s perfect for thawing out the fam after a chilly carol-singing stroll.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 316
• Fats: 17g
• Protein: 24g
• Carbs: 19g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 7g

16. Salmon Soup

Source: skinnyspatula.com

This creamy Nordic classic brings together buttery leeks, tender potatoes, juicy salmon, and fresh dill for a comforting winter favorite, that my family loves to have on Christmas Eve.

The soup is gourmet-class and sure to impress your guests. For those who enjoy trivia – it’s classic name is “Lohikeitto” – now you know!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 678
• Fats: 36g
• Protein: 39g
• Carbs: 50g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 5g

17. Barley Chicken and Vegetable Soup

Source: flippedoutfood.com

Refuel after a gift-wrapping marathon with this hearty, high-protein soup from Michelle of Flipped-Out Food.

It calls for shredded chicken, nutty barley, mushrooms, celery, carrots and savory herbs. If you prefer, you can substitute zucchini for the mushrooms to create a different flavor profile.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 455
• Fats: 23g
• Protein: 33g
• Carbs: 29g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 7g

18. Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Source: therecipewell.com

When the family is craving lasagna and you just don’t have the energy to make it, here’s a great alternative that will satisfy everyone.

Made with ground beef or Italian sausage, marinara, crushed tomatoes, broken lasagna noodles, and finished with a trio of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan, it tastes just like the real deal.

And, because it’s a soup, you can all skip the table, grab a mug, snuggle by the fireplace, and watch the Christmas lights twinkle on the tree.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 424
• Fats: 14g
• Protein: 33g
• Carbs: 41g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 7g

19. Ginger Garlic Noodle Soup with Bok Choy

Source: theforkedspoon.com

Feel like an Asian-inspired dish? Don’t call for takeout! This fabulous recipe from Jessica delivers all the classics – bok choy, ginger, garlic, rice noodles, and soy sauce.

It’s also versatile, so you can make it your own by adding chicken, shrimp, spicy chilis, or other veggies.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 647
• Fats: 13g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 110g
• Fiber: 10g
• Sugar: 14g

20. French Onion Soup

Source: bellyfull.net

How about bringing a bit of French flavor to Christmas Day? Without the expense of a fancy restaurant and the need for a designer outfit!

Amy’s French onion soup is made with the richest broth, swoon-worthy caramelized onions, and topped with three different types of melted cheese over crusty bread slices.

It’s a hug-in-a-bowl, perfect for winding down after a day of joyful holiday chaos.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 378
• Fats: 24g
• Protein: 18g
• Carbs: 21g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 9g

21. Leftover Turkey Soup

Source: supergoldenbakes.com

Here’s a fabulous way to use up your leftover turkey and not serve up ‘that-turkey-dish’ again.

Turn your leftovers into a cozy, satisfying, high-protein soup that the fam can sip to warm up their bellies and hearts after a day of snowball fights and frosty fun.

It’s packed with nutritious veggies like diced onions, carrots, celery, tomatoes, zucchini, and seasoned with fresh chives, parsley, and a touch of dill for color and aroma.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 161
• Fats: 3g
• Protein: 13g
• Carbs: 21g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 6g