Easy Italian Ground Turkey Soup

Name: Easy Italian Ground Turkey Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1½ tbsp olive oil; 1 cup yellow onion (diced small); 2 stalks celery (diced small); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 lb ground turkey; 2 cups zucchini (sliced thin and halved); 1 15.5 oz can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed); 1 24 oz jar marinara sauce (I used Rao's. ); 2 cups chicken broth; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp dried basil; salt and pepper to taste

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This Easy Italian Ground Turkey Soup is high in protein and low in carbs. This soup is easy to make and absolutely full of comforting flavors.

A bowl of Italian Ground Turkey Soup garnished with Parmesan cheese. Served with a side of bread.

Soup is one of the most comforting meals out there, and this Italian ground turkey soup is a bowl of comfort. Not only is this soup delicious, but it is nutritious and low in calories. This is similar to our readers' favorite low-calorie and low-carb meal, 10-Minute Hearts of Palm Pasta.

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Recipe Highlights

It is high in protein, low-calorie, and low-carb!
This soup is easy to prepare.
The marinara sauce does the majority of the seasoning work for you.
This recipe makes enough for 4 satiating servings.
The nourishing ingredients will fill you up!

Ingredients and Substitutions

Onion - diced small
Celery - diced small
Garlic - minced
Ground Turkey - This recipe is designed around ground turkey, for its lean protein qualities. However, any ground meat will work for this recipe including beef and pork.
Zucchini - The zucchini is sliced thin and then halved for quicker cooking. Spinach is a great substitute for zucchini. If using spinach, add near the end of cooking. It will not need as much cooking time as the zucchini.
Cannellini Beans - One full can is needed, drained, and rinsed. Other beans that would work well in this soup include kidney and garbanzo.
Marinara Sauce - The beauty of this recipe is that it uses the marinara sauce for much of its flavor. This means it is already packed with flavor prior to the additions of spices. My number one suggestion is always Rao's Marinara Sauce. It tastes homemade!
Chicken Broth - Because this recipe uses ground turkey, chicken broth tastes best in flavor. However, vegetable broth is delicious here as well as beef broth, especially if making this recipe with lean ground beef.
Seasonings - Dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper

Two bowls of Italian ground turkey soup with a side of bread.

Instructions

In a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the onion and celery in olive oil. Cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Next, add the raw ground turkey and cook until browned and no longer pink.
Stir in the spices, chicken broth, marinara sauce, and zucchini. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 25 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender.
Stir in the cannellini beans. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Tips

Add cooked brown rice to this Italian ground turkey soup at the end of cooking. *Use a packet of frozen rice for fast and convenient cooking.
Substitute Italian seasoning for the dried herbs in this recipe. Start with one teaspoon, taste, and then add more if needed.
Add a ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes for a lovely, but subtle spiciness.
Serve this ground turkey soup with crusty bread!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you store this soup?

Store cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Can this soup be frozen?

Yes, you can freeze this soup. It makes for easy and healthy future meals. Transfer cooled soup into an airtight, freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.

How long does this soup stay fresh for?

This soup will stay fresh for up to 3 days in the refrigerator and as stated above up to 3 months in the freezer.

Can this recipe be made vegetarian?

Yes, you can make this recipe vegetarian. Use a ground meat-free alternative product in place of the ground turkey and substitute vegetable broth for the chicken.

A single bowl of ground turkey soup garnished with Parmesan cheese.

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This easy Italian ground turkey soup is perfect for any night of the week. It is wholesome, nutritious, and delicious. Pair a bowl of this soup with a nice crusty slice of bread and enjoy the comforts of good food.

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