This comforting and nourishing lemon turkey soup is a perfect meal for a cold winter day. The combination of succulent turkey, fresh vegetables, and zesty lemon flavor creates a bowl of goodness that will warm you from the inside out.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked turkey, shredded
- 8 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup cooked rice or noodles
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add the shredded turkey and broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked rice or noodles, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer the soup for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy your comforting bowl of lemon turkey soup!
Interesting Facts
Lemon adds a refreshing and tangy flavor to the traditional turkey soup.
Turkey is a lean protein source that is high in vitamins and minerals.
This soup can easily be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and satisfying meal.