Turkey Leftover Soup
Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into pure comfort with this hearty Turkey Leftover Soup! Packed with shredded turkey, tender root vegetables, and a medley of savory herbs like thyme and rosemary, this cozy soup breathes new life into holiday remains. Simmered in a flavorful chicken or turkey broth and finished with sweet peas and a parsley garnish, it’s a simple, one-pot meal that’s ready in under an hour. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is a delicious way to reduce food waste while embracing the warm, soothing essence of a homemade soup.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked turkey (shredded or chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 3 medium carrots (sliced)
- 3 stalks celery (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 8 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the diced potatoes, chicken or turkey broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Step 5
Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes and vegetables are tender.
Step 6
Stir in the cooked turkey and frozen peas, and let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to heat the turkey through.
Step 7
Taste the soup and adjust seasonings if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Step 8
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 3694.5 grams (3694.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2121 |
| Total Fat 59.00g | 76% |
| Saturated Fat 13.00g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 583mg | 194% |
| Sodium 7431mg | 323% |
| Total Carbohydrate 142.40g | 52% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.20g | 86% |
| Total Sugars 32.60g | |
| Protein 256.40g | 513% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 507mg | 39% |
| Iron 22mg | 123% |
| Potassium 6349mg | 135% |
Source of Calories