Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Smoked Turkey and Lentil Vegetable Soup, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and wholesome soup is not only a feast for the senses but also a nourishing meal packed with an array of healthy ingredients.
Dive into a world of culinary delight as you explore our collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic soup. From the traditional Smoked Turkey and Lentil Soup, brimming with smoky turkey, earthy lentils, and an orchestra of vegetables, to the innovative Vegan Lentil Vegetable Soup, bursting with plant-based goodness, there's a recipe here to suit every palate.
SLOW-COOKER SMOKED TURKEY-LENTIL SOUP
Make this scrumptious slow-cooked soup by adding lentils, vegetables and turkey - garnished with yogurt and oregano sprigs.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, stir together broth, lentils, prechopped vegetables, oregano and pepper; add turkey leg.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours or until lentils are tender and turkey falls off bone.
- Remove turkey leg from slow cooker. Remove and discard skin. Shred meat; discard bone. Return meat to slow cooker; stir well. Ladle soup into 8 bowls; garnish with yogurt and oregano sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg
SMOKED TURKEY AND LENTIL VEGETABLE SOUP
Smoked turkey adds a depth of flavor to this hearty lentil and vegetable soup.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In 4-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion in oil 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add carrots and celery; cook 2 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Stir in all remaining ingredients except turkey and spinach.
- Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender. Stir in turkey and spinach; simmer 2 to 3 minutes longer or until turkey is hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 6 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- To save time, you can use pre-cooked turkey or chicken instead of smoking your own.
- If you don't have any smoked turkey or chicken, you can add a smoky flavor to the soup by using smoked paprika or liquid smoke.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.
- You can also add a can of diced tomatoes or tomato sauce to the soup for a richer flavor.
- If you want a thicker soup, you can mash some of the lentils before adding them to the soup.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
This smoked turkey and lentil vegetable soup is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. With its smoky flavor and variety of vegetables, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table.
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