Southwestern Turkey Soup Recipe
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Southwestern Turkey Soup

"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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (190)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 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
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. Stir in avocado and cilantro, and simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly thickened. Spoon into serving bowls, and top with shredded cheese.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 184 | Total Fat: 9.8g | Cholesterol: 33mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2004 by COOKINMOMMY1   view full review
As written, I didn't like this recipe much, but thought it had potential. So... I doctored...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 17, 2010 by Sarah Jo   view full review
I made a couple changes just for what I had on hand. I had four large turkey drumsticks that I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2009 by dsz5463   view full review
Oh.My.Goodness. This was sooo good. I made a few changes, most inspired by the other reviews....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2005 by Karen Ayala Simmons   view full review
Excellent soup! My family loved it. I added half a can of corn(rinsed) and half a can of pinto...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2006 by JENN_77   view full review
I modified a bit because I like more depth in my soup and used chicken instead of turkey (what...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 29, 2002 by KIMAR   view full review
I added a can of drained corn and used several tablespoons of minced fresh cilantro, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2003 by SNOCHIK23   view full review
This soup was excellent. I used Mexican style stewed tomatoes instead of whole peeled...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2005 by DEBMCE4   view full review
This tasted great after previously suggested changes were made to the recipe. Most important,...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 28, 2011 by Hannen1   view full review
Good. I added strips of 4 corn tortillas and cooked for an additional 20 minutes. Didn't...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2003 by JHHARPER   view full review
Delicious. I, too, added a can of corn and a can of black beans and used fresh cilantro. Try...

 

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