Rustic Turkey, Kale, and Barley Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour

This Rustic Turkey, Kale, and Barley Soup is a nourishing and hearty dish, perfect for any season. Packed with lean turkey, nutritious kale, and wholesome barley, it provides a satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out.

This soup recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or spices. It’s an ideal choice for a family dinner or meal prep for the week.

Hearty Turkey, Kale, and Barley Soup Recipe

This soup features tender turkey simmered with kale and barley in a flavorful broth. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 cup kale, chopped
1/2 cup barley, rinsed
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
Cook the Turkey: Add the ground turkey to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
Add Garlic and Spices: Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Combine Ingredients: Add the barley and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
Add Kale: Stir in the chopped kale and cook for another 5-10 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy hot.