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High Protein Soup

A hearty high protein soup made with lean ground turkey, creamy beans, and gluten-free pasta. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, wholesome meal!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cup carrots, sliced (3 medium)
  • 1 1/2 cup celery, sliced (3 stalks)
  • 1 cup onion, chopped (1 small)
  • 1 tbsp. garlic, minced (3 cloves)
  • 1 lb. lean Italian ground turkey
  • 6 cups organic chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 fl. oz.) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (8 fl. oz.) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (15 fl. oz.) kidney beans, drained and rinsed (1 ½ cup)
  • 1 can (15 fl. oz.) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (1 ½ cup)
  • 3 tbsp. fresh parsley (or 1 tbsp. dried parsley)
  • 1 1/2 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp. sea salt (more to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1 cup gluten-free shells or macaroni (4 oz. dry)

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Stock pot
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or stock pot over medium heat.
  2. Add carrots, onion, and celery; cook for 2–3 minutes until onion is translucent.
  3. Add garlic and ground turkey to the pot and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Stir in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, chickpeas, and spices.
  5. Reduce heat to low, and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Add gluten-free pasta and cook for another 7–8 minutes until pasta is al dente.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy! Leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to one week or in the freezer for at least a month.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 25gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This soup is a fantastic meal prep option as it stores well and reheats beautifully. Cook pasta fresh when reheating for best texture. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

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