They commonly appear as ready-to-serve liquid broths, chunk-style canned soups with solid pieces, and condensed canned soup concentrates.
Net weights vary by product; common sizes observed include about 10.5 ounces, 14.7 ounces, 18.5–18.8 ounces, and 32.0 ounces.
Common labels include gluten-free, non-GMO, no artificial flavors or colors, no added sugar, and no preservatives; some products also note vegan or kosher where applicable.
Typical preparation is to heat in a microwave-safe bowl or in a saucepan on the stove. Condensed soups should be mixed with water or milk as directed before heating.
Calorie and serving information varies by product: some soups list about 100–120 calories per serving, and one 10.5 oz condensed can is labeled as roughly 2.5 servings per can.
Hearty canned spicy soups commonly list protein in the mid-teens per can, with examples around 16–17 grams of protein per can.