Turkey Soup with Tarragon

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Transform leftover turkey into a comforting bowl of flavor with this hearty Turkey Soup with Tarragon. Packed with tender bites of cooked turkey, vibrant vegetables, and silky potatoes, this soup is elevated by the earthy, slightly sweet aroma of both dried and fresh tarragon. A dash of cream (optional) adds a luxurious touch, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brightens the dish. Perfect for chilly days or as a next-day Thanksgiving meal, this one-pot wonder is both simple to prepare and irresistibly satisfying. Ready in under an hour and easily adaptable, it’s a go-to recipe for cozy, stress-free cooking.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
• 8 cups chicken or turkey stock
• 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
• 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the shredded or diced cooked turkey to the pot and stir to combine.

5. Pour in the chicken or turkey stock and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

6. Stir in the dried tarragon, fresh tarragon, bay leaf, and diced potatoes. Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 25 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

7. Season the soup with salt and black pepper, tasting to adjust seasoning as needed.

8. Optional: Stir in the heavy cream and cook for 2-3 minutes to warm through.

9. Remove the bay leaf and discard. Ladle the soup into bowls.

10. Garnish each bowl with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (547.2g)

Calories		282
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.7 g	18%
	Saturated Fat	5.5 g	27%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		74 mg	25%
Sodium		1574 mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate		15.9 g	6%
	Dietary Fiber	2.7 g	10%
	Total Sugars	4.9 g
Protein		24.6 g	49%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		84 mg	6%
Iron		1.6 mg	9%
Potassium		659 mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 729 cal (43.1%%)

Protein: 585 cal (34.6%%)

Carbs: 376 cal (22.2%%)