Homemade Turkey Vegetable Soup
A comforting bowl of Turkey Vegetable Soup perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, celery, green beans, corn, peas)
- 6–8 cups turkey broth (or vegetable/chicken broth)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash, peel, and chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onions and garlic for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add mixed vegetables: Stir them into the pot and sauté for another 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the broth: Add the turkey broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add your turkey: Shred leftover turkey and stir into the pot, simmering for 20-30 minutes.
- Add herbs: Mix in thyme, parsley, and bay leaf, adjusting as needed.
- Season to taste: After simmering, season with salt and pepper, and add lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
For added flavor, try using homemade broth. Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: turkey soup, vegetable soup, comfort food, winter recipes, family recipes