Description
A warm and comforting Ground Turkey Soup featuring tender turkey, white beans, fresh kale, and fragrant herbs in a flavorful broth, perfect for an easy one-pot meal that’s both hearty and healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- ½ pound ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups kale, roughly chopped
- 1 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Liquids and Broth
- 5 cups chicken stock
- Fresh lemon juice, to taste
Oils and Fats
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Spices, Seasonings and Others
- 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons flour (optional, for a thicker consistency)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin (plus more to taste)
- 1/8 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- 2 (15-ounce) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat for about one minute. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat until hot, about 30 seconds.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook, breaking it apart as it cooks. Continue for 4 to 5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot over medium heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, chopped onions, and diced carrots. Cook until they soften and brown at the edges, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. If using, stir in flour and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in tomato paste, ground cumin, red chili flakes (if using), and kosher salt. Mix everything well to combine the flavors.
- Add Beans: Add the drained and rinsed white beans to the pot.
- Pour in Chicken Stock: Gradually add chicken broth in small splashes while stirring continuously. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Return Turkey and Simmer: Return the cooked ground turkey to the pot. Partially cover and let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Kale: Stir in the chopped kale and cook until it wilts, about 5 minutes.
- Add Herbs and Lemon: Gently mix in fresh parsley or cilantro and fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust salt, cumin, and lemon juice as needed for a lively taste. Serve with an optional sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra heat. Enjoy!
Notes
- Lemony and herby flavor makes this soup a cozy and flavorful winter meal.
- Can be customized from a brothy soup to a thicker stew by adding or omitting flour.
- Perfect as an easy one-pot dish that combines protein, vegetables, and greens.
- Adjust chili flakes and lemon juice to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 189
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1195 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg
