Turkey Wild Rice Soup
Turkey Wild Rice Soup blends tender turkey, wild rice, vegetables, and herbs into a creamy bowl of comfort.Its earthy aroma and rich texture make it deeply satisfying and perfect for cold days.The soup uses simple ingredients but delivers bold, wholesome flavor.Ideal for leftover turkey meals and cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or cubed
- 1 cup wild rice, uncooked
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter and olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for one minute.
- Add wild rice, broth, thyme, parsley, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Add turkey and stir well. Simmer for 5–10 more minutes.
- Pour in cream and season with salt and pepper.
- Remove bay leaf and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use milk instead of cream.
- Leftover roasted turkey adds great flavour.
- Use vegetable broth to make it dairy-free and lighter.
- Wild rice takes longer to cook, but it gives a richer taste.
- Add mushrooms for extra depth and texture.