Soup alternative can refer to a variety of dishes that can be served as an alternative to soup. ANTIPASTO, which is an Italian appetizer consisting of various cured meats, cheeses, and vegetables, is a nine-letter solution for the term. SALAD, a dish made of raw or cooked vegetables, is a five-letter solution. LENTIL, a type of legume, is a six-letter solution. All three of these dishes can be served as an alternative to soup.