Nitrate & Nitrite Free Turmeric-Ginger Turkey Vegetable Soup
This golden, fragrant soup is the kind of bowl that makes you feel genuinely taken care of — warming from the inside out thanks to fresh ginger, turmeric, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon. Ground turkey keeps things hearty without relying on cured or processed meats, which are the usual culprits when it comes to hidden preservatives in comfort food. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward: real vegetables, bone broth, and spices you can actually pronounce. The sweet potato and carrots add a natural sweetness that plays beautifully against the brightness of apple cider vinegar stirred in at the end, while baby spinach wilts in at the last moment for a pop of color and nutrition. It's the kind of recipe that proves you don't have to sacrifice depth of flavor to keep things clean. A sprinkle of fresh parsley on top pulls it all together and makes it look as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 6 cups bone broth
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 2 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains and the meat is cooked through to 165°F (74°C), about 6–8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the turkey to a plate and set aside, leaving any rendered fat in the pot.
- 2
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and celery to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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