Description
This Ground Turkey Soup with Rice is a hearty, protein-rich meal loaded with fresh veggies, brown rice, and simple seasonings. Perfect for cozy dinners and easy to customize!
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large carrot, chopped
- 1 medium-sized zucchini, chopped
- 1 small crown broccoli, chopped
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
- 1 (15-oz) can diced tomatoes
- 5 to 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 to 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 tsp sea salt, to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat the avocado oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 to 8 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in the garlic and continue sautéing for another 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Push the onion and garlic to one side and add the ground turkey to the open surface. Brown the turkey for a few minutes, then mix it into the onions.
4. Add Italian seasoning, bell pepper, carrot, zucchini, broccoli, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir everything together and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Cover and bring to a full boil.
6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
7. Add the cooked brown rice and baby spinach. Cover and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until spinach is wilted.
8. Taste and season with sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes as desired. Optionally, add a squeeze of lemon juice.
9. Serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread. Add grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
* Adjust broth amount based on your preferred soup consistency. Use 5 cups for a heartier soup, or up to 6 for a thinner one.
** Using pre-cooked brown rice will reduce total cook time. If using uncooked rice, adjust broth and cook time accordingly.
This soup stores well and makes excellent leftovers. Refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 833mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 80mg