Turkey and Wild Rice Soup

This hearty Turkey and Wild Rice Soup is a comforting blend of lean turkey, nutritious wild rice, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with protein and flavor, it's an ideal dish for any season.

Ingredients

• Cooked turkey breast, shredded - 200 grams
• Wild rice - 100 grams
• Carrots, diced - 1 medium (about 100 grams)
• Celery, diced - 1 stalk (about 50 grams)
• Onion, chopped - 1 small (about 70 grams)
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Chicken broth - 750 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Thyme, dried - 1 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Add the wild rice and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and tender.
6. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the shredded turkey and let it heat through for about 5 minutes.
7. Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains fiber from wild rice and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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