Lunch: Turkey Minestrone
Transform your leftover turkey into a flavorful soup full of tasty vegetables.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Turkey Minestrone
Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.
Ingredients
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 medium zucchini, diced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups cooked turkey, chunks
1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 bay leaf
6 cups chicken stock, or turkey stock
1 cup uncooked ditalini pasta
4 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated, and more for serving
salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, cook bacon over med/high heat until crisp. Drain all fat but 1 tablespoon.
Add onion, celery, garlic and zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes.
Add tomato paste and mix well.
Add turkey, beans, bay leaf and stock. Bring to boil.
Add pasta and cook 9-10 minutes until al dente.
Stir in spinach and cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve sprinkled with more parmesan cheese if desired.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 0
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 0 | ||
Fat 0 | ||
Carbohydrate 0 | ||
Protein 0 |