Southwest Turkey & Quinoa Soup
This Southwest Turkey & Quinoa Soup provides 34g protein and 422 calories per serving — a filling, volume-heavy option for anyone in a cut. Six servings come together on the stovetop in one session, and the broth-based format reheats reliably all week without drying out. Use it to hit protein targets while staying full on fewer calories.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(454g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bell Pepper
- •JalapeñO Pepper
- •Garlic
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- •Canned Diced Tomatoes
- •Beans, Black, Canned, Drained
- •1 teaspoon sea salt
- •Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)(15g)
Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.
- •Quinoa, Dry(120g)
- •Cheese, Pepper Jack(360g)
- •Sour Cream
Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.
- •Cilantro, Fresh
- •Avocado
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
Instructions
- 1Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the turkey, onion, bell peppers, jalapeño, and garlic. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned and the onion is translucent, 6 to 8 minutes.
- 2Add the chicken stock, 1 cup water, tomatoes and their juices, beans, salt, taco seasoning, and quinoa. Cook, stirring often, until the quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
- 3Divide the soup among 6 bowls and top with the cheese. Serve with the sour cream, cilantro, avocado, and green onions alongside.
Nutrition — Per Serving
422
calories
34g
protein
25g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Saturated fat
- 12.3g
- Sodium
- 586 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.4g
6 servings per batch · ~161g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Southwest Turkey & Quinoa Soup have per serving?
Each serving provides 34g of protein and 422 calories with 25g fat and 15g carbs. The quinoa adds complete amino acid profile alongside the turkey for total protein completeness.
How long does Southwest Turkey & Quinoa Soup take to make?
This quick prep recipe makes 6 servings in one stovetop batch, providing efficient meal prep for lunch or dinner rotations. Total time from start to finish is under 30 minutes for a week's worth of portions.
Is Southwest Turkey & Quinoa Soup good for fat loss?
At 422 calories and 34g protein per serving, this soup is well-suited for fat loss phases where you need filling, nutrient-dense meals. The broth-based format provides high satiety relative to calorie content.
