Turkey and Vegetable Soup
A simple soup of leftover turkey, carrots, celery, onion and greens in broth with garlic and thyme — a healthy way to use up holiday leftovers.
- Prep 10 min
- Cook 20 min
- Ready in 30 min
- About 26 g protein
This is a healthy and delicious way to use up those turkey leftovers!
— Kristen
Ingredients
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 26 g
Serving: 1 1/2 cups. Estimated from USDA values for the ingredients listed, so your numbers will vary with the brands you use.
Instructions
- Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened.
- Add broth and bring it to a boil.
- Stir in the turkey and spinach or other greens.
- Simmer until heated through and season to taste.
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