Turkey Rice Soup Recipe

Looking for an easy Turkey Rice Soup Recipe? This soup is delicious and simple to make. It is a great way to use leftover turkey. I know you are going to love this Turkey Vegetable Rice Soup Recipe.

Easy Turkey and Rice Soup Recipe

If you love tasty soup, you are going to love this recipe. It is filling, healthy, and tastes like comfort food at its best. If you are looking for a way to use leftover turkey, you want to try this recipe for turkey vegetable rice soup.

🧾 Ingredients in Leftover Turkey Rice Soup

Get the full list of ingredients, with measurements, and step-by-step instructions at the bottom of the post in the printable recipe card.

• Uncooked rice- If you choose to use leftover cooked rice, you can skip the rice cooking stage of the recipe. This is a great way to use leftovers and save time. 
• Vegetables: You can use whatever veggies you like but I am using, celery, onions, red peppers, garlic cloves, green beans, and carrots. This is a great way to use holiday leftovers. Use the veggies from the veggie tray or if they are cooked just add them at the end of the cooking stage. 
• Turkey- Use leftover Thanksgiving turkey, a combination of light and dark meat, for the soup. You can also use ground turkey. 
• Seasoning: Basil, Salt, and Pepper
• Vegetable, turkey, or chicken broth- You can use homemade turkey stock, chicken stock, or vegetable stock or use store-bought. Use the leftover turkey carcass to make a flavorful broth.

🍳 How to Make Turkey and Rice Soup

Cook the rice: Follow the directions on the package and cook the long grain rice. 

Start cooking the rice according to the directions. 

Cook the veggies: While the rice is cooking, heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add celery, onions, red peppers, garlic cloves, green beans, and carrots to the pot and cook until they are soft.

Add turkey: Once the veggies are cooked add chopped leftover turkey or ground turkey to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the turkey is cooked through. 

Add broth: Pour vegetable, turkey, or chicken broth over the veggies and turkey.

Season: Add basil, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well.

Simmer: Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until all flavors are combined. Rinse and drain the rinse and add to the soup. 

Serve:  Once the rice is cooked, add it to the soup and stir well. Let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Enjoy: Serve hot in bowls and enjoy your delicious and hearty Turkey and Rice Soup! This recipe is perfect for using up leftovers from Thanksgiving or any other holiday meal. 

🥄 Variations and Optional Ingredients

• Vegetables: You can use any vegetables you have on hand or prefer in this soup. Some great options include corn, peas, mushrooms, or zucchini. Feel free to get creative with your veggie choices!
• Meat: If you don’t have turkey on hand, you can also use rotisserie chicken for this recipe. Or, for a vegetarian version, you can omit the meat altogether and add in some tofu or extra vegetables.
• Seasonings: This soup is very versatile and you can play around with different herbs, like fresh thyme, and seasonings to suit your taste. Some great options include thyme, oregano, parsley, or even a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little kick.
• Grains: Instead of white rice, you can use other grains such as brown rice or wild rice blend, quinoa, barley, or even pasta. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• Garnish: Feel free to top your soup with some shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or some crispy croutons for added flavor and texture.

🍽️ What to Serve With Turkey Rice Soup

This hearty soup can be eaten as a standalone meal, but it also pairs well with some delicious side dishes. Here are a few ideas to complete your meal:

• Crusty Bread: Serve the soup alongside some warm, crusty bread for dipping.
• Salad: Add some greens to your meal by serving a fresh salad on the side. The light and tangy flavors will complement the rich and hearty soup.
• Crackers and Cheese: For a quick and easy side, serve some crackers and cheese alongside your soup. This is great for a light lunch or snack.

🍶 Storing Homemade Soup

Refrigerator Storage: Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Freezer Storage: This soup can also be frozen for longer storage. Let it cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

Reheat: To reheat the soup, simply heat it up on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through. Add a splash of water or chicken broth if needed to thin out the soup.

💭Tip for Making the Perfect Leftover Turkey Vegetable Soup

• Adjust the Seasonings: Feel free to adjust the seasonings in this soup to your liking. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs as desired.
• Add Extra Veggies: This soup is also a great way to use up any leftover vegetables you have on hand. Simply chop them up and add them in during the last few minutes of cooking.
• Serve with Toppings: For added flavor and texture, top your soup with some shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped fresh herbs before serving. You can also add a sprinkle of crumbled bacon for some extra protein.

With these ideas in mind, you can enjoy a warm and comforting bowl of leftover turkey vegetable soup any time. Plus, the leftovers will taste even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop. Make a big batch and save some for later. Your future self will thank you for it. 

❔FAQs for Homemade Turkey Soup

📖More Leftover Turkey Recipes

If you have leftover turkey and want more ideas on how to use it, I think you are going to love these leftover turkey recipes.

• Turkey Lasagna
• Leftover Turkey StroganoffNeed to change the number of servings? You can click on the number of servings and change the number. This will adjust the ingredient measurements to what you need. 
• Leftover Turkey Soup | White Bean and Turkey Soup
• Leftover-turkey-noodle-casserole/
• Chicken Enchiladas These might be chicken enchiladas but you can certainly swap leftover turkey.

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Turkey Rice Soup Recipe

Looking for an easy Turkey Rice Soup Recipe? This soup is delicious and simple to make. It is a great way to use leftover turkey. I know you are going to love this Turkey Vegetable Rice Soup Recipe.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup uncooked rice or 3 cups cooked rice
• 2 Celery Stalks
• 1/2 onion
• 1 red pepper
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 1/2 cups green beans chopped
• 2 large carrots
• 2 cups turkey chopped
• 2 Tablespoons Basil
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• 32 ounce vegetable or turkey or chicken broth

Directions

 

• Start cooking the rice according to the directions.
• While the rice is cooking, chop the veggies and saute them until soft.
• Add in the seasoning and turkey. Saute a bit longer, then add the broth.
• Once the rice is done, add to the veggies. I personally prefer to rinse my rice first. I find it makes the soup too starchy otherwise, but it is not necessary.
• Bring soup to a boil slowly, on medium heat. Now your soup is done. Enjoy.

Notes

How Many Weight Watchers Point in Turkey and Rice Soup

While most of the ingredients in this soup are 0 points the rice in this recipe does give it some points. This healthy delicious recipe has 3 Weight Watchers Points.

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