High Protein Hearty Macaroni Soup

Warm, nourishing, and packed with protein, this High Protein Hearty Macaroni Soup is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or meal prep. Featuring tender ground turkey, fiber-rich white beans, and whole wheat macaroni, this one-pot wonder delivers a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal ready in just 45 minutes. A medley of fresh vegetables, including carrots, celery, and spinach, boosts the flavor and adds a dose of essential vitamins, while aromatic Italian seasoning ties everything together. Perfect for feeding the whole family, this low-sodium, high-protein powerhouse can be customized with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an extra savory touch. Healthy, hearty, and easy to make, this comforting soup is certain to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound lean ground turkey
• 2 carrots, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 15 ounces canned white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup whole wheat macaroni
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Mix in the diced carrots, celery, and canned diced tomatoes with their juice.

Step 6

Pour in chicken broth and stir in white beans.

Step 7

Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 9

Add whole wheat macaroni and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.

Step 10

Stir in the baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3720.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2467.0

Total Fat 99.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 379.6mg	0%
Sodium 5447.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.3g	0%
Total Sugars 46.2g
Protein 175.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1437.0mg	0%
Iron 27.0mg	0%
Potassium 5427.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.9%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 37.5%