Turkey Veggie Noodle Soup

Cozy up with a steaming bowl of Turkey Veggie Noodle Soup, a hearty and nutritious recipe perfect for utilizing leftover turkey and satisfying your comfort food cravings. This one-pot wonder is brimming with tender shredded turkey, colorful veggies like carrots, celery, zucchini, and onion, and perfectly cooked egg noodles, all simmered in a fragrant broth infused with garlic, thyme, oregano, and bay leaves. Ready in just 50 minutes, this soup offers a homemade twist on a classic, combining quick prep time with a depth of flavor that’s sure to impress the whole family. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of brightness, this wholesome dish is a go-to for chilly evenings or post-holiday meals. Keywords: Turkey noodle soup, leftover turkey recipes, homemade soup, healthy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked turkey (shredded or diced)
• 2 large carrots (peeled and diced)
• 2 stalks celery (diced)
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 medium zucchini (diced)
• 8 cups chicken or turkey broth
• 2 cups egg noodles (uncooked)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 bay leaves

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 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or turkey broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to tenderize.

Step 7

Add the shredded or diced cooked turkey to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to warm it through.

Step 8

Stir in the egg noodles and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 6-8 minutes, or until tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves and discard them.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh parsley and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3706.7 grams (3706.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3342

Total Fat 74.30g	95%
Saturated Fat 18.40g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 942mg	314%
Sodium 7672mg	334%
Total Carbohydrate 376.40g	137%
Dietary Fiber 26.30g	94%
Total Sugars 33.40g
Protein 313.50g	627%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 574mg	44%
Iron 30mg	165%
Potassium 6079mg	129%

*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: 19.5%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 43.9%