Description
Warm up with a bowl of Hearty Ground Turkey and Vegetable Soup, a comforting, nutritious one-pot meal. Featuring tender ground turkey, crispy bacon, creamy coconut milk, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this dairy-free soup is perfect for chilly nights or meal prepping. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and nourishing enough to please the whole family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon (chopped)
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 3 small Yukon gold potatoes (chopped)
- 2 large carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 1 medium zucchini squash (chopped)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 15-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
Instructions
Cook the Bacon:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
Sauté the Onion and Ground Turkey:
- In the same pot with the bacon fat, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground turkey, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the Vegetables:
- Stir in the chopped Yukon gold potatoes, carrots, and zucchini squash.
- Sauté for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.
Pour in the Broth and Coconut Milk:
- Add the chicken broth and coconut milk to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
Add Spinach and Season:
- Stir in the baby spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes, just until wilted.
- Season the soup with sea salt, adjusting to taste as needed.
Serve :
Notes
- Customizations: Feel free to swap zucchini for bell peppers, green beans, or any of your favorite veggies.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.
- Freezing Tip: Let the soup cool completely before freezing. It can be stored in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Spice It Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for extra heat.
- Dairy-Free: Coconut milk makes this soup creamy and dairy-free, but you can substitute with heavy cream if dairy is not a concern.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American