Pressure Cooker Hearty Turkey Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Pressure Cooker Hearty Turkey Vegetable Soup, the ultimate comfort meal packed with wholesome ingredients and ready in just 35 minutes. This recipe combines lean ground turkey with a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots, zucchini, and potatoes, all simmered in an herby, flavorful broth. Thanks to the magic of the pressure cooker, you'll achieve rich, slow-cooked flavor in a fraction of the time. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or meal prep, this low-fat, protein-packed soup is a satisfying way to nourish your body and soul. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness, and serve it alongside crusty bread for a complete and hearty meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juices
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Set the pressure cooker to the sauté setting and heat the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Remove excess liquid if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and the onions are translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the carrots, celery, zucchini, and potatoes, cooking for an additional 2–3 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes (including their juices), chicken or turkey broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the pressure cooker. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Secure the lid on the pressure cooker and set it to high pressure for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Once the cooking time is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Step 8

Stir in the frozen peas and let the residual heat warm them for 2–3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3640.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1728.7

Total Fat 66.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 322.0mg	0%
Sodium 4613.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.7g	0%
Total Sugars 46.1g
Protein 117.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 483.6mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 5137.4mg	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: 34.3%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 38.7%