Perfect for Fall- Ground Turkey & Kale Soup

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

kale

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Spinach offers similar nutrients and is more tender, while collard greens are often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while bouillon cubes can save costs.

canned diced tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be healthier, while crushed tomatoes are often cheaper.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add ground turkey; cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes; bring to a boil.

Add kale, bay leaves, thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; reduce heat to simmer.

Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

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