Name: High-Protein Weight Loss Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 tbsp avocado oil; 2 large yellow onions, chopped; 4 tsp minced garlic; 4 lbs ground turkey or chicken (lean meat for high protein content); 16 cups chicken broth (store-bought or homemade); 4 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste); 4 tbsp Italian seasoning; 4 tsp garlic powder; 2 tsp paprika; ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste); 1 large lemon juice (optional, for added brightness); 1 tsp turmeric (optional, for anti-inflammatory benefits); 4 cups carrots, peeled and chopped; 2 cups celery, chopped; 2 cups green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces; 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed; 3 cups cabbage, shredded; 2 cans (28 oz each) diced tomatoes; 2 cans (14.5 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 2–3 cups zucchini, quartered (adjust based on preference); Fresh parsley or thyme, to taste

Ingredients

4 tbsp avocado oil

2 large yellow onions, chopped

4 tsp minced garlic

4 lbs ground turkey or chicken (lean meat for high protein content)

16 cups chicken broth (store-bought or homemade)

4 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)

4 tbsp Italian seasoning

4 tsp garlic powder

2 tsp paprika

½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

1 large lemon juice (optional, for added brightness)

1 tsp turmeric (optional, for anti-inflammatory benefits)

4 cups carrots, peeled and chopped

2 cups celery, chopped

2 cups green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces

4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

3 cups cabbage, shredded

2 cans (28 oz each) diced tomatoes

2 cans (14.5 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2–3 cups zucchini, quartered (adjust based on preference)

Fresh parsley or thyme, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Gather all your ingredients and prepare your workspace with a large soup pot and a sharp knife for chopping.

Step 2: Heat the avocado oil in the pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing for 3–4 minutes until onions become translucent and fragrant.

Step 3: Add the ground turkey or chicken to the pot. Break it apart with a spoon and cook for 5–7 minutes until the meat loses its pink color.

Step 4: Stir in the Italian seasoning, sea salt, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper to coat the meat evenly with flavor.

Step 5: Pour in the chicken broth and stir well. Add the carrots, celery, green beans, sweet potatoes, and shredded cabbage, mixing everything thoroughly.

Step 6: Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for about 20 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and flavors to meld.

Step 7: Stir in the drained chickpeas and quartered zucchini. Continue simmering uncovered for another 10–15 minutes until all vegetables are tender.

Step 8: If desired, add fresh lemon juice and turmeric now for a brightness boost and anti-inflammatory benefits. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or thyme to finish before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use ground lean beef instead of turkey or chicken for a different flavor profile while keeping it high protein.

Add a splash of hot sauce or crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicier soup.

Swap chickpeas for black beans or lentils for a varied plant-based protein option.

For a thicker soup, lightly mash some of the sweet potatoes before adding chickpeas and zucchini back in.

FAQs

Can I use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth?

Yes, vegetable broth works well if you prefer a vegetarian version or want to avoid animal products. It might slightly change the flavor but will still be delicious.

Is it necessary to use avocado oil?

No, you can substitute avocado oil with olive oil or another neutral oil you prefer. Avocado oil has a high smoke point and mild flavor, but any cooking oil suitable for sautéing will work.