Warm Up With 24 Winter-Friendly Soups and Stews

Sometimes the mood strikes for something a little heartier. Substituting ground chicken for beef in this spicy chili recipe brings the same traditional flavors and textures of the classic you crave — just lightened up for your healthy diet.

This ginger-carrot soup is high in vitamin A, vitamin C, and manganese, which aids in digestion. To top it all off, there's no cholesterol whatsoever in this tasty recipe!

This black bean and sweet potato soup can be made vegan, or add a dollop of yogurt on top for some extra creaminess.

Clocking in well under 100 calories per serving, this warming, hefty soup is packed with flavor and detoxifying stars like vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber. Ingredients like sweet potato and turnip fill you up, onion and garlic add spice, and superfoods kale and spinach make sure you stay feeling your best all Winter long.

The Thai "Jambalaya" from (never)homemaker had us at hello — I mean, look at this picture! The lemongrass and ginger give it some heat, and the roux takes it to the next level by adding a slight nutty flavor.

Organic grass-fed beef is a little easier on the wallet when you buy it as stew meat. Left to simmer long enough, the result is both tasty and tender. This recipe for beef stew is simple enough to make and only relies on a few ingredients. It's always good to get back to the basics.

Chock-full of veggies, protein-packed beans, and other fresh ingredients, this vegetarian kale potato bean soup is quite tasty and easily adaptable.

Even people who struggle in the kitchen can throw together this low-calorie black bean soup. Add a bit of broth, a few veggies, and some seasoning, and you've got yourself a protein-packed stew of nutrition that is sure to fill the belly.

There is something comforting about roasting a bird for Sunday supper. This recipe for next-day turkey soup is a great way to utilize leftovers.

Combine two classic soup recipes together in this delicious lentil tomato soup. Red lentils are high in fiber, which, in combination with the protein they provide, keep you feeling fuller for longer.

We can't think of anything more apt for cold weather than an apple and pumpkin spice stew — it's like having the holidays in a bowl. While cooking, the juices from the apples seep into the broth, which gives the dish a subtle sweetness.

The Blanket Stew from Oh She Glows feels just like lying under the covers on a cold day — except with a full belly. The rich vegan gravy, lentils, and veggies will keep you warm, and you'll also get a nice kick of heat from the spices.

Drawing on spices like chili, cumin, ginger, and coriander, this vegan stew is inspired by a traditional African antelope stew recipe. Serve it with rice for a complete and filling dinner.

Pack protein into any soup with the addition of quinoa. This recipe for quinoa minestrone soup is chock-full of other healthy goodness like seasonal veggies and legumes.

Broccoli cheese soup lovers will find a lighter alternative in this veggie-filled broccoli and white bean soup.

Black and white beans pack in the protein for this hearty bean and sweet potato soup — and it's under 300 calories a bowl.