Description
A comforting and easy-to-make Turkey and Rice Soup that uses leftover turkey, fresh vegetables, and herbs to create a flavorful, hearty meal. This gluten-free soup is perfect for chilly days and makes wonderful use of holiday leftovers.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
- 1 cup cooked turkey, shredded or chopped
- ¾ cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until they soften and release their aromas.
- Add Aromatics and Herbs: Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf. Cook for an additional minute, allowing the herbs and garlic to bloom and deepen the flavor.
- Add Broth and Bring to Boil: Pour in the low-sodium chicken or turkey broth and bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Add Rice and Simmer: Once boiling, add the uncooked rice. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 15 to 18 minutes or until the rice is tender and fully cooked.
- Add Turkey and Heat Through: Stir in the cooked turkey pieces. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes to warm the turkey and meld the flavors.
- Season and Finish: Remove the bay leaf. Season the soup with salt and pepper according to your taste. Stir in the freshly chopped parsley to add a burst of freshness before serving hot.
Notes
- This soup is perfect for using leftover Thanksgiving turkey or any cooked turkey you have on hand.
- You can substitute brown rice or wild rice for white rice; just increase the cooking time accordingly.
- For an extra layer of flavor, squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice into the bowl before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
