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Stuffed Pepper Soup With Ground TurkeyNew

Stuffed Pepper Soup With Ground Turkey

All the cozy flavors of stuffed peppers in a hearty, weeknight-friendly soup made with lean ground turkey and tender peppers. Bright, savory, and ready to ladle in under an hour.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Soup Base & Add-ins

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked white rice, fluffed
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Set a heavy pot over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add the diced red and green bell peppers with a pinch of salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened at the edges and lightly blistered, 4–5 minutes. Scoop the peppers to a bowl.
  • Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil to the pot. Stir in the onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
  • Push the onions to one side and add the ground turkey to the open space. Season with the salt and black pepper. Cook over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces, until no longer pink and lightly browned in spots, 5–6 minutes. Sprinkle in the dried oregano and smoked paprika and cook 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  • Return the peppers and any juices to the pot. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato sauce, and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a lively simmer. Partially cover and cook 12–15 minutes to meld flavors, stirring once or twice and skimming any excess foam if needed.
  • Stir in the cooked rice and red wine vinegar. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes to warm the rice and thicken the soup slightly. If you prefer a looser soup, add a splash more broth or water. Turn off the heat and let the pot rest 3 minutes before tasting and adjusting seasoning.
  • Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Optional: finish with a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

Notes

Tip: For the best leftovers, store the rice separately and add to each bowl as you reheat—the grains stay fluffy and the soup won't thicken as much overnight.
Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze (without rice) up to 3 months.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Stuffed Pepper Soup With Ground Turkey flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.