Description
A hearty and healthy Ground Turkey Soup packed with vegetables and flavor. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1 cup cooked pasta or rice (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper. Remove turkey and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and zucchini. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
3. Add diced tomatoes with juice and chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
4. Stir in thyme, oregano, and season with additional salt and pepper. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
5. Return cooked ground turkey to the pot. Add frozen peas and cooked pasta or rice, if using. Simmer for 5–10 more minutes to blend flavors.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Lean ground turkey keeps the soup light but protein-rich. Ground chicken is a great alternative.
Swap zucchini for spinach, kale, or bell peppers to vary the vegetables.
Add red pepper flakes or jalapeño for a spicy kick.
Cooked quinoa, pasta, or rice make it more filling—add in the final minutes of cooking.
Simmer for at least 20 minutes to develop flavor.
Taste and adjust salt and pepper before serving, especially if using different broths.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg