Savory Ground Turkey and Black Bean Soup for Busy Nights
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Ground Turkey and Black Bean Soup, perfect for busy nights.
Equipment
- - Large pot
Ingredients
For the Soup
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute with canola or vegetable oil if needed
- 1 medium Onion diced
- 1 medium Bell Pepper any color, diced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin fresh ground is best
- 1 teaspoon Paprika substitute with smoked paprika for deeper flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to spice preference
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked recommended
- 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 4 cups Chicken Stock can substitute with vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Chipotle Powder adjust for smokiness
- 2 cans Black Beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Corn frozen corn can be used or omitted
- 2 cups Cooked Turkey shredded
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by dicing the onion and bell pepper, mincing the garlic, and zesting the limes.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and bell pepper; sauté for about 5-10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic along with cumin, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, salt, and chipotle powder.
- Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the drained black beans, corn, cooked turkey, and lime zest.
- Simmer for another 5 minutes until well combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider topping with diced avocado or shredded cheese.