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Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup (Weight Loss Soup) Recipe

Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup (Weight Loss Soup) Recipe
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A hearty and nutritious Ground Turkey Vegetable Soup perfect for weight loss. This low-calorie, protein-packed soup combines lean ground turkey with a variety of fresh vegetables and flavorful herbs, making it a comforting and healthy meal option that’s easy to prepare on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.

Ingredients

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Meat and Aromatics

  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed and minced (at least 1 tablespoon)

Spices and Seasonings

  • 2 & 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 6 fresh thyme sprigs

Liquids

  • 10–12 cups chicken or turkey broth (or broth made with water and turkey base)

Vegetables

  • 4–5 large carrots, chopped
  • 1 & 1/2 cups celery, chopped
  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cups coleslaw cabbage, or more to taste
  • 1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes (fire roasted preferred)
  • 1 (14-oz) can white beans, drained
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 yellow squash, chopped

Optional Garnishes

  • Chopped parsley (low calorie)
  • Pesto (not low calorie)
  • Parmesan cheese (not low calorie)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Turkey and Onion: In a large (6-quart or bigger) soup pot, add the ground turkey and chopped onion. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking up the turkey as it cooks until browned.
  2. Drain Fat: Turn off heat and carefully drain the rendered fat from the pot by tilting and spooning it out into a foil-lined bowl. Refrigerate until hardened and discard.
  3. Add Garlic and Spices: Return the pot to medium heat. Add minced garlic and all the spices: kosher salt, black pepper, oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, celery seed, basil, crushed red pepper, and thyme (if using dried). Cook, stirring, until fragrant.
  4. Add Broth: Pour in 10-12 cups of chicken or turkey broth. You can use prepared broth or make it by dissolving turkey base in water.
  5. Boil and Add Hard Vegetables: Bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Add chopped carrots, celery, sweet potato, and coleslaw cabbage in stages. If using fresh thyme sprigs, add them now as well.
  6. Add Tomatoes and Beans: Stir in the entire can of diced tomatoes with juice, and drain and add the canned white beans.
  7. Simmer Soup: Lower heat to medium and simmer gently, allowing the carrots and sweet potatoes to become nearly fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
  8. Add Squash: Stir in chopped zucchini and yellow squash. Continue simmering for an additional 5-10 minutes until the squash is tender.
  9. Finish and Garnish: Skim off any foam if necessary. Remove fresh thyme sprigs. Serve hot, optionally garnished with parsley, pesto, or parmesan cheese.
  10. Slow Cooker Option: After sautéing garlic, spices, turkey, and onion, transfer the mixture to a slow cooker. Add broth and vegetables except zucchini and yellow squash. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until carrots are tender. Add zucchini and yellow squash and cook another 30 minutes until tender.

Notes

  • You can adjust vegetables according to preference; omit sweet potato or add extra carrots if desired.
  • Use kosher salt for more accurate seasoning; reduce if substituting with table salt.
  • Pesto and parmesan garnish add flavor but increase calorie content.
  • The soup keeps well refrigerated and makes excellent leftovers.
  • Skimming foam helps improve the soup’s texture and clarity.
  • This soup is versatile with broth—you can use all broth or broth made from bouillon base and water.

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Keywords: ground turkey soup, weight loss soup, healthy turkey soup, low calorie soup, vegetable turkey soup, lean protein soup, gluten free soup

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