Description
A comforting and hearty Italian Ground Turkey Soup packed with vegetables, white beans, and flavorful herbs. This gluten-free soup is perfect for a cozy and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 1 zucchini (diced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans or cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale (chopped)
Optional for Serving:
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5–6 minutes.
- Add diced onion and garlic, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in carrots, celery, and zucchini, and cook for another 4–5 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes, beans, chicken broth, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in spinach or kale and cook for 2–3 more minutes until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day.
- It freezes well for up to 3 months.
- For a heartier option, add 1/2 cup of cooked pasta or brown rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
