Turkey Tortilla Soup
As demonstrated in the November 2022 episode of Live It in a Pinch.
Related recipes: Turkey Bone Broth
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil, plus extra for misting tortillas
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 6 cups low sodium broth*
- 3 cups shredded cooked turkey or chicken
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1½ cups frozen or canned corn
- 1 cup salsa
- ¼–½ cup chopped cilantro
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 sliced jalapeño (optional)
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper and cook for a few minutes until onion is translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
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Add broth, turkey, beans, corn and salsa to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and allow to cook for another 5–10 minutes.
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While soup is simmering, preheat oven to 400°. Cut tortillas into thin strips and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake 5–6 minutes or until lightly brown and crisp.
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When ready to serve, add chopped cilantro to soup and stir to combine. Ladle soup into serving bowls and top with baked tortilla strips. Enjoy!
*Use the bones from your Thanksgiving turkey to make a delicious bone broth!
Nutrition Facts
Amount per serving
Yield: 8 servings
Calories 235
Total Fat 5.7 g
Saturated Fat 1.3 g
Cholesterol 40 mg
Sodium 312 mg
Total Carbohydrate 25.1 g
Dietary Fiber 4.5 g
Total Sugars 3.5 g
Protein 21.6 g
Vitamin D 0 mg
Calcium 47 mg
Iron 7 mg
Potassium 482 mg
Live It is a cooking demonstration presented by the Nutrition Food Service and Wellness Departments at Parkview Health. Each episode is hosted by dietitian Andrea Miller, with a goal of showcasing nutrient-dense foods and teaching viewers doable ways to use them in order to promote wellness in our community.
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