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Turkey Lentil Soup

Cozy Turkey Lentil Soup to Warm Your Heart and Soul

This Turkey Lentil Soup transforms leftovers into a comforting masterpiece, packed with nourishing ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Feel free to use any cooking oil.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots or leeks work as substitutes.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is best.
  • 1 can Fire-Roasted Rotel Tomatoes Substitute with plain diced tomatoes plus hot sauce for milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Green Lentils Brown lentils can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cups Leftover Turkey Ground turkey or chicken can be used.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium options or vegetable broth can be utilized.
  • 1 Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes Other waxy potatoes can also work.
  • Salt and Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Then, add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
  3. Stir in the fire-roasted Rotel tomatoes, green lentils, shredded turkey, and chicken broth, mixing everything together.
  4. Add the bay leaf and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer; cover partially and cook for about 50 minutes.
  5. Add diced Yukon Gold potatoes and simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes.
  6. Remove the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring well.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or crackers for dipping. Enjoy warm with loved ones!

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