Low Fat Hearty Vegetable and Meat Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Hearty Vegetable and Meat Soup, a deliciously wholesome recipe packed with lean ground turkey, vibrant veggies, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is loaded with nutrient-rich ingredients like kale, zucchini, green beans, and carrots, simmered in a flavorful low-sodium chicken broth base. At just 20 minutes of prep time, this soup is a breeze to make and a satisfying yet guilt-free option for lunch or dinner. Gluten-free, high in protein, and brimming with hearty goodness, it's the ultimate go-to for a healthy meal that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Serve it hot with crusty bread or enjoy it on its own for a lighter option.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 500 grams lean ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 medium celery stalks, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium zucchini, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 400 grams diced tomatoes, canned
• 1 liter chicken broth, low-sodium
• 500 milliliters water
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 150 grams green beans, chopped
• 100 grams frozen corn
• 150 grams kale, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Break the meat apart with a spatula as it cooks.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the chopped zucchini and red bell pepper, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, and water.

Step 7

Add dried thyme, dried basil, the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Add the green beans and frozen corn to the pot. Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped kale and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the kale is wilted.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your low fat hearty vegetable and meat soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3519.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1343.9

Total Fat 57.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 357.1mg	0%
Sodium 4041.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 125.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 697.8mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 5110.1mg	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: 35.5%

Protein: 34.7%

Carbs: 29.8%