Name: Turkey Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional); 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices; 4 cups turkey or chicken broth; 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup frozen or canned corn (drained if canned); Juice of 1 lime; Salt and pepper, to taste; Tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips; Diced avocado; Shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or queso fresco); Chopped fresh cilantro; Sour cream or Greek yogurt; Sliced jalapeños

Instructions

Sauté the vegetables. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, until softened.
Add the spices. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the broth and tomatoes. Add the diced tomatoes with their juices and the broth. Stir well.
Simmer. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Add the turkey, black beans, and corn. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes so the flavors meld.
Season. Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
Serve. Ladle into bowls and add your favorite toppings.

Turkey Tortilla Soup

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Soup

Toppings (optional)

Instructions