Turkey Rice Soup

Turkey Rice Soup is a comforting, savory broth-based dish featuring tender shredded turkey, rice, and a medley of vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions. It is a classic way to utilize leftover turkey, particularly popular in American and Canadian home cooking following holidays like Thanksgiving. The soup is known for its hearty, warming qualities and simple, wholesome preparation.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is generally a balanced meal, offering a good source of lean protein from the turkey, along with carbohydrates from the rice. It provides key nutrients such as B vitamins, selenium, and fiber from the vegetables, with a typical serving containing roughly 250-350 calories depending on the recipe's richness.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	10 g
Fat	3 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Turkey Rice Soup embodies the principle of 'waste not, want not,' transforming holiday leftovers into a nourishing new meal. Nutritionally, the combination of protein from turkey and complex carbs from rice makes it a satisfying option that supports muscle maintenance and provides sustained energy.