Description
High Protein Stuffed Pepper Soup is a hearty, nutritious dish that combines the vibrant flavors of bell peppers and savory ground turkey with wholesome grains. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting soup not only warms your soul but also provides a healthy dose of protein and fiber. Simple to prepare and highly customizable, it?s an ideal choice for meal prep or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large bell peppers, diced
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saut? the chopped onions and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the ground turkey to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in the diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Add quinoa, diced tomatoes, broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg