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20+ Authentic Mexican Soup Recipes: Tortilla, Pozole, Caldo & More

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About this Recipe Roundup

If you’ve ever sat at a Mexican table on a chilly evening, you know a good sopa is more than food—it’s comfort, culture, and family all in one bowl. Mexican soups are hearty, flavorful, and perfect for feeding a crowd or warming up a quiet night at home. From classics like tortilla soup and pozole to regional gems like caldo de queso, this list has something for everyone.

Why You’ll Love This Collection

  • Authentic & approachable – Traditional recipes with tips to make them weeknight-friendly.
  • Flexible – Vegetarian swaps, spiciness adjustments, and shortcuts included.
  • Diverse – From light brothy soups to rich and hearty bowls, there’s a recipe for every craving.

Ingredient Notes

  • Corn & hominy – The backbone of Mexican soups like pozole and menudo.
  • Dried chiles – Guajillo, ancho, and pasilla give depth and smokiness.
  • Herbs & aromatics – Cilantro, epazote, garlic, onion—essential for that fresh taste.
  • Toppings – Don’t skip avocado, queso fresco, lime wedges, or tortilla strips. They transform the soup.
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A bowl of Vegan soup with meatballs and vegetables.
Sopa de Albóndigas (Mexican Meatball Soup Recipe with Vegan Option)
This classic Mexican albóndigas soup is hearty, flavorful, and full of vegetables simmered in a rich tomato broth. Make it the traditional way with beef, rice, and egg, or try the vegan option with plant-based ground and breadcrumbs.
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A creamy green Mexican Zucchini Soup garnished with crumbled cheese and a drizzle of olive oil is served in a white bowl. The bowl sits on a dark plate, accompanied by a gold spoon and a green napkin. Nearby, corn rests alongside crumbled cheese in a small bowl with a wooden spoon.
Ingredients for the Best Mexican Zucchini Soup
This creamy Mexican zucchini soup with corn is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can create something truly special and comforting. It’s a quick and easy calabacitas soup that’s great for meal prepping and freezer-friendly—just blend, store, and reheat when needed!
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A bowl of comforting caldo tlalpeño garnished with avocado slices, served on a wooden plate. Nearby sits a small bowl of chipotle peppers, lime wedges, and a blue napkin. A dish of salt with a spoon and a plate of cilantro adorn the light-textured surface, completing this delicious Mexican soup setting.
Caldo Tlalpeño Spicy Mexican Soup
Perfect Mexican soup for when you need a broth that feels like a hug, a soup that cures everything or even a remedy to relieve the cruda (hangover). I’m sure this Tlalpeño broth is for you.
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A bowl of vibrant vegetable soup with cubes of tofu in a creamy broth, reminiscent of Caldo de queso, is garnished with chopped herbs. Served in a white ceramic bowl on a wooden plate, a green napkin and vintage spoon lie nearby. A pepper shaker and green cup complete the cozy setting.
Sonoran Mexican Potato Soup (Caldo de Queso)
This Sonoran potato soup is more than just a recipe; it’s a hug in a bowl. Whether you’re feeding your family or treating yourself, Caldo de Queso is here to bring warmth and joy to your table.
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Three white bowls filled with vibrant Mexican sopa de verduras are arranged on a light gray surface. The soup includes diced carrots, potatoes, green beans, and peas in a rich, red broth. A pair of silver spoons with wooden handles and a gold spoon rest on a folded gray cloth beside the bowls.
Sopa de Verduras (Mexican Vegetable Soup)
When the temperature drops, there's nothing like a steaming bowl of soup to warm you up. And if you're looking for a healthy, easy, and delicious way to do that, look no further than the traditional Mexican "Sopa de Verduras" (vegetable soup). This soup is a comfort food and an excellent way to use those leftover vegetables in your fridge.
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Mexican Zucchini, Corn and Tomato Soup
This soup is a comforting dish that will make you feel great. It's easy to make, filled with veggies, and topped with melted cheese and corn chips. Calabacitas, corn, and tomato soup is a vegan Mexican dish that will soon become your favorite.
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A white ceramic bowl filled with a vibrant red Mexican soup garnished with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and crispy tortilla strips rests on a pink cloth napkin. To the left of the bowl, a tarnished spoon casts a shadow on the napkin. The setting is illuminated by natural light.
Mexican Mushroom Soup with Chipotle Tomato Broth
Mexican mushroom soup has a smoky tomato chipotle broth that gives you that warm, spicy hug. The mushrooms bring this deep, earthy goodness that pairs perfectly with the broth. The crispy tortilla strips add a fun crunch to every spoonful and to balance out the heat, there's creamy diced avocado that brings an excellent buttery contrast.
The whole soup is a blend of smokiness, heat, and earthiness. It's a comforting and satisfying dish that celebrates Mexican cuisine.
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A bowl of lentil soup with vegetables and a spoon.
Mexican Lentil Soup with Chipotle and Vegetables
Want a perfect meal in a bowl? Our lentil soup with chipotle and vegetables is the answer to a healthy and delicious meal that will satisfy your taste buds and nourish your body with essential nutrients.This traditional Mexican recipe combines the smooth texture of lentils with the smoky and spicy touch of chipotle, creating a comforting dish perfect for any time of the year.
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A black bowl cradles a vibrant red-orange Mexican Potato Soup dotted with cubes of potato and garnished with cilantro. Next to it, a small black dish holds coriander seeds and a cilantro sprig. Nearby, on the white marble surface, rest a gray napkin and a black spoon.
Sopa de Papa: Traditional Mexican Potato Soup Recipe
When it comes to Mexican comfort food, few dishes are as simple yet satisfying as sopa de papa. This classic Mexican potato soup, known for its hearty, comforting flavors, is perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick lunch. In just under 30 minutes, you can have a bowl of this delicious, warm soup ready to enjoy. Best of all, it's naturally plant-based and gluten-free, with optional toppings to customize it to your liking!
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Mexican vegan potato leek soup
This Mexican vegan potato leek soup is on the menu in many Mexican homes, and when you try it, you'll see why. This Mexican leek potato soup is chunky, simple, satisfying, and easy to make.
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Mexican Chickpea Soup
This Mexican chickpea soup is the kind of soup that makes you feel good. It doesn't matter if you had a bad day, a good day a stressful day, this soup will bring you back to life. This vegan garbanzo soup is healthy, easy to prepare, and loved by my family.
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Two bowls of black bean soup with masa harina dumplings sit on a pink surface. One bowl rests on a wooden coaster. A wooden dish with green chili and mint accompanies a golden spoon, while a beige cloth napkin is partially visible. Small herbs are sprinkled on the table.
Black bean soup with masa harina dumplings
Super easy black bean soup, can be made with freshly cooked beans or canned ones.
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Sopa Tarasca, Pinto bean soup
Sopa Tarasca (pinto bean soup) is a delicious Mexican soup from the state of Michoacán. This famous soup is made with pinto beans, tomato, and ancho chile and is served with fried tortillas, avocado, Mexican crema, and fried ancho chile. It is a complete delight!
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A white bowl filled with Mexican lentil soup, garnished with herbs, sits on a folded blue napkin. The soup contains visible diced carrots and lentils in a rich broth. A silver spoon with a wooden handle lies next to the bowl.
Mexican Lentil Soup (Sopa de Lentejas)
This cozy, one-pot Mexican lentil soup is loaded with plant protein, rich flavor, and nourishing ingredients. It’s vegan, easy to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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Vegan Tortilla Soup
This is my version of Mexican tortilla soup, and it is so similar to the classic Mexican tortilla soup recipe. It is so authentic and delicious that you’re going to forget you’re eating something super healthy and good for you. This soup is full of all the classic Mexican flavors, but it happens to be vegan.
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Chickpea soup with roasted avocado and charred lime
Chickpea soup with avocado and lime
This delightful soup boasts the heartwarming combination of tender chickpeas, vibrant spinach, creamy avocado, and tangy lime. Its flavors dance harmoniously on the palate, creating a truly satisfying eating experience.
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Top view of two bowls of tomato-based fideo soup garnished with avocado chunks and cheese, each with a spoon. Accompaniments include a small bowl with lime wedges and a sauce boat filled with red sauce with a black ladle. Everything is arranged on a light gray marble surface.
Sopa de Fideo, Mexican Noodle Soup
Sopa de fideo or sopita de fideo is a comforting Mexican staple, every spoonful feels like a hug. It is the type of soup that makes you feel good and loved. This fideo soup is loved by old and young people on a sunny or rainy day.This is the vegan sopa de fideo recipe, but it is still the same recipe I ate growing up.
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healthy Mexican pasta soup
Healthy Mexican pasta and veggie soup
This healthy Mexican pasta and veggies soup is a must in every Mexican home. It is the kind of soup that heals, nourishes, and makes everybody happy.
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A bowl of soup garnished with tortilla strips rests on a wooden saucer. Next to it, a spoon sits on a gray cloth napkin. In the background, there's a small black pitcher, a plate of more tortilla strips, and a small dish with dark condiment sauce. The scene is set on a light surface, like an auto draft of culinary artistry.
Crema de Frijol with Guajillo Chile
This hearty Crema de Frijol is more than just a soup. It's a comforting dish that brings the authentic flavors of Mexico to your table. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a flavorful starter, this creamy bean soup is versatile and easy to make. Plus, it's nutritious and packed with protein and fiber from the beans, making it an excellent option for a balanced, plant-based meal.
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Two white bowls filled with black bean soup, white hominy, shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and thin onion strips sit on a pink textured surface. Artfully arranged, the bowls evoke a fresh twist on classic pozole.
Black Bean Pozole
This black bean pozole recipe is pure comfort in a bowl. It's one of the easiest, most nourishing traditional Mexican soups you can make—and every spoonful feels like a warm hug for your soul.
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A bowl of Caldo de Frijol topped with diced avocado and cheese rests on a folded napkin beside a gold spoon. Nearby, a glass of amber drink and a small bowl with avocado slices and crumbled cheese sit on a white marble surface in bright sunlight.
Sopa de Fideo con Caldo de Frijol
This is a wonderfully comforting soup that takes your basic sopa de fideo and gives it a delicious twist by simmering it in that rich, flavorful bean broth (caldo de frijol) you might have left over from cooking beans. It’s the kind of recipe that turns simple pantry staples into something really special.
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A bowl of comforting caldo tlalpeño garnished with avocado slices, served on a wooden plate. Nearby sits a small bowl of chipotle peppers, lime wedges, and a blue napkin. A dish of salt with a spoon and a plate of cilantro adorn the light-textured surface, completing this delicious Mexican soup setting.
Caldo Tlalpeño Spicy Mexican Soup
Perfect Mexican soup for when you need a broth that feels like a hug, a soup that cures everything or even a remedy to relieve the cruda (hangover). I’m sure this Tlalpeño broth is for you.
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A bowl of soup containing assorted fresh vegetables, including avocado cubes, sliced jalapeños, corn on the cob, and a large piece of fish. Garnished with cilantro. A small bowl with a green garnish reminiscent of vegan Mexican flavors and a squeezed lime wedge are in the background on a white table.
Vegan Mexican chicken soup
This vegan Mexican chicken soup is perfect for freezing weather days, for sick days or clean the fridge days. This recipe is a guide but feel free to add, swap or remove anything that you want.
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Sopa de conchas
Esta sopa de conchas vegana o sopita de conchitas es una sopa mexicana básica en todas las familias mexicanas. Esta es mi receta con espinacas, y es un sueño en un día frío o lluvioso.
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Receta saludable de sopa de elote con chile poblano o corn chowder con poblano.
Corn Chowder con Poblano
Receta de corn chowder tradicional con un toque mexicano y 100 saludable.
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CREAMY POBLANO SOUP WITH ADOBO MEXICAN CRUMBLES
This recipe is for the best creamy poblano soup. This soup is silky, delicious, and topped with Adobo Mexican Crumbles croutons. This soup is filled with Mexican flavors, and it is perfect for any occasion, especially when it is cold
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A person holding a bowl of vegan Mexican food.
Vegan Pozole Rojo
This recipe for pozole rojo is a true Mexican classic that's easy to make and packed with nutrition. This vegan version of pozole is perfect for any chilly or rainy day, and it's a great dish to serve during the holiday season or at a party, whether it's the main course or a satisfying finish to the meal.
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