Southwestern Turkey Soup

Name: Southwestern Turkey Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups shredded cooked turkey; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes; 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers; 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; salt and pepper to taste; 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced; 0.5 teaspoon dried cilantro; 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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An interesting solution to the leftover Thanksgiving turkey dilemma. My 2 1/2 year old daughter helped me make it this year. I like to serve it with warm corn bread.

Recipe by Doug Matthews

Updated on March 9, 2020

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 ½ cups shredded cooked turkey
4 cups vegetable broth
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon lime juice
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
½ teaspoon dried cilantro
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

In a large pot over medium heat, combine turkey, broth, canned tomatoes, green chiles, fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, and lime juice. Season with cayenne, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
Stir in avocado and cilantro, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly thickened. Spoon into serving bowls, and top with shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

184	Calories
10g	Fat
12g	Carbs
14g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 184
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g	13%
Saturated Fat 4g	19%
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Sodium 632mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 12g	4%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 14g
Vitamin C 25mg	124%
Calcium 164mg	13%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 494mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.