Lighter Turkey Wild Rice Soup (Printable Version)

Tender turkey and wild rice gently simmered with veggies in a lighter broth for a cozy, wholesome meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 2 carrots, diced
03 - 2 celery stalks, diced
04 - 1 small onion, chopped

→ Liquid & Grains

05 - 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
06 - 1 1/2 cups cooked wild rice
07 - 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped

→ Seasoning

08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté carrots, celery, and onion for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened.
02 - Incorporate low-sodium chicken broth, cooked wild rice, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
03 - Gently stir in the cooked turkey. Continue to heat for an additional 5 minutes until thoroughly warmed.
04 - Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses basic pantry vegetables and leftover turkey which minimizes waste
  • Naturally gluten free with nourishing grains and lean protein
  • Ready in about 35 minutes so it is weeknight friendly
02 -
  • High in lean protein and whole grains for sustained energy
  • Makes excellent leftovers and will taste even better the next day
  • Customizable with other vegetables or herbs
03 -
  • For restaurant flavor try sautéing half a garlic clove with the veggies or adding a fresh thyme sprig.
  • If you crave a creamier texture stir in a splash of milk or heavy cream right at the end making sure not to let it boil so the dairy does not separate. Resist the urge to skip the wild rice as it gives this soup a truly satisfying chewiness you will not get from other grains.
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