Heart-Healthy Hearty Turkey Stew

Warm up with a bowl of Heart-Healthy Hearty Turkey Stew, a comforting and nutritious dinner option that’s packed with lean protein, vibrant vegetables, and wholesome flavor. This easy-to-make recipe features tender ground turkey, hearty sweet potatoes, and a medley of colorful veggies like carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, all simmered in a savory low-sodium broth and perfectly seasoned with thyme and oregano. Baby spinach adds a nutrient-rich finishing touch, while the entire dish comes together in just one pot for easy cleanup. With only 20 minutes of prep time and ingredients designed to support a balanced diet, this turkey stew is the perfect go-to for a heart-smart, family-friendly meal. Serve it up hot and enjoy a comforting, healthy dish that’s as good for your taste buds as it is for your health!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrot, sliced
• 2 medium celery stalk, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, no salt added
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 2 minutes or until the onion starts to become translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced carrots, celery, and chopped red bell pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the cubed sweet potato, dried thyme, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Once simmering, cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 7

Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt in the hot stew, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy your hearty, heart-healthy turkey stew!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2580.1 grams (2580.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1344

Total Fat 64.70g	83%
Saturated Fat 12.70g	64%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 324mg	108%
Sodium 2129mg	93%
Total Carbohydrate 96.50g	35%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 40.60g
Protein 110.50g	221%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 432mg	33%
Iron 14mg	80%
Potassium 3483mg	74%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 27.4%