Ingredients
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 carrots, sliced
– 3 celery stalks, chopped
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1 zucchini, diced
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juice
– 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 bay leaf
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Making this incredible Crockpot Turkey Vegetable Soup is simple. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Sauté Ground Turkey: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned. Break it apart as it cooks.
2. Add Aromatics: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion becomes translucent.
3. Prepare the Crockpot: Transfer the cooked turkey mixture to your crockpot.
4. Combine Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots, chopped celery, diced bell pepper, zucchini, and green beans to the crockpot.
5. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and the chicken broth.
6. Season: Add the dried oregano, thyme, bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper.
7. Mix Well: Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
8. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the vegetables are tender.
9. Adjust Seasoning: Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Discard the bay leaf.
10. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
By following these steps, you’ll create a soup that not only warms the heart but also delivers an abundance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low (or 3-4 hours on high)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 20g