Description
Leftover Turkey Soup is a heartwarming dish that transforms your holiday leftovers into a comforting meal. With tender shreds of turkey simmered in a flavorful broth alongside vibrant vegetables, it’s perfect for chilly days when you need a cozy hug in a bowl. This quick and easy recipe not only rescues your leftover turkey but also creates a delightful dish that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded leftover turkey
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth along with diced carrots and celery; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the shredded turkey, dried thyme, salt, and pepper; let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Just before serving, add lemon juice for brightness.
- Serve warm with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg