Turkey Leftovers Barley Soup

Turn your holiday leftovers into a comforting, hearty meal with this Turkey Leftovers Barley Soup recipe! Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender shredded turkey, nutty pearl barley, and a medley of sautéed vegetables, this soup is simmered to perfection in a flavorful turkey or chicken stock seasoned with fragrant dried thyme, rosemary, and a hint of garlic. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe effortlessly combines simplicity and savory goodness, making it the perfect way to warm up and reduce food waste. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this bowl of cozy deliciousness reinvents your holiday leftovers into something extraordinary!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
• 1 cup pearl barley
• 8 cups turkey or chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cooked turkey, pearl barley, turkey or chicken stock, 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 cover the pot.

Step 6

Simmer the soup for 40–45 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the flavors are well combined. Stir occasionally to prevent the barley from sticking to the bottom.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup, adjusting the seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3362.5 grams (3362.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2366

Total Fat 60.40g	77%
Saturated Fat 14.30g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 583mg	194%
Sodium 9990mg	434%
Total Carbohydrate 200.50g	73%
Dietary Fiber 42.20g	151%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 245.70g	491%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 447mg	34%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 4220mg	90%

*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: 23.3%

Protein: 42.2%

Carbs: 34.4%