Name: High-Protein Weight Loss Soup for Easy Healthy Dinners
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tbsp avocado oil; 2 large yellow onions, chopped; 4 tsp minced garlic; 4 lbs ground turkey or chicken (lean meat for high protein content); 16 cups chicken broth (store-bought or homemade); 4 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste); 4 tbsp Italian seasoning; 4 tsp garlic powder; 2 tsp paprika; ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); 1 large lemon, juiced (optional, for added brightness); 1 tsp turmeric (optional, for anti-inflammatory benefits); 4 cups carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 cups celery, chopped; 2 cups green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces; 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 3 cups cabbage, shredded; 2 cans (28 oz) diced tomatoes; 2 cans (14.5 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 2–3 cups zucchini, quartered (adjust based on preference); Fresh parsley or thyme, to taste (for garnish)

Description

A delicious and nutritious soup packed with lean protein and vibrant vegetables, perfect for weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Ingredients

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4 tbsp avocado oil
2 large yellow onions, chopped
4 tsp minced garlic
4 lbs ground turkey or chicken (lean meat for high protein content)
16 cups chicken broth (store-bought or homemade)
4 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
4 tbsp Italian seasoning
4 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp paprika
½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
1 large lemon, juiced (optional, for added brightness)
1 tsp turmeric (optional, for anti-inflammatory benefits)
4 cups carrots, peeled and chopped
2 cups celery, chopped
2 cups green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 cups cabbage, shredded
2 cans (28 oz) diced tomatoes
2 cans (14.5 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2–3 cups zucchini, quartered (adjust based on preference)
Fresh parsley or thyme, to taste (for garnish)

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Instructions

1. Gather all your ingredients and ensure you have a large soup pot and sharp knife ready.

2. Pour avocado oil into the pot and heat on medium until shimmering.

3. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté for 3–4 minutes until onions are translucent.

4. Add ground turkey or chicken, breaking it apart, and cook until no longer pink, about 5–7 minutes.

5. Stir in Italian seasoning, sea salt, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

6. Pour in chicken broth and stir well.

7. Add chopped carrots, celery, green beans, sweet potatoes, and shredded cabbage; mix well.

8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes.

9. Stir in chickpeas and zucchini, simmering for another 10–15 minutes until vegetables are tender.

10. If desired, stir in lemon juice and turmeric. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

This soup is versatile; feel free to swap out veggies or proteins based on your preference. It stores well and can be frozen for meal prep.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course, Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American, Healthy

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320