Hearty Tex-Mex Turkey Soup with Black Beans and Corn

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Tex-Mex Turkey Soup with Black Beans and Corn is a delicious way to repurpose leftover turkey into a comforting meal. This non-vegetarian dish features a bold blend of chili powder and cumin, combined with tender black beans and sweet corn for a satisfying texture. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this soup is versatile enough to be served with tortilla chips or topped with cheese.

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Overview

Transform your leftover turkey into a vibrant and flavorful Tex-Mex soup that will warm your soul. This dish combines the rich taste of turkey with the zest of chili powder and cumin, complemented by hearty black beans and sweet corn. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this soup is a delightful alternative to the usual turkey sandwiches.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy

Cuisine

Tex-Mex

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 50 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) olive oil
• 0.5 Cups onion, minced
• 3 Whole garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Teaspoons (tsp) chili powder
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) cumin, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) oregano, dried
• 4 Cups water
• 4 Cups turkey, shredded
• 28 Ounces (oz) can diced tomatoes
• 10.75 Ounces (oz) can condensed tomato soup
• 1 Cup salsa
• 3 Ounces (oz) chicken bouillon cubes
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) parsley, dried
• 2 Cups corn, frozen
• 14 Ounces (oz) can black beans, drained
• 0.5 Cup sour cream
• 0.25 Cup cilantro, chopped

Toppings

• 6 Cups corn tortilla chips, crushed
• 1 Cup Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend, shredded
• 0.75 Cup green onion, chopped
• 0.5 Cup cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 Cup sour cream

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook until it begins to soften, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and oregano; cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Stir in the water, shredded turkey, diced tomatoes, condensed tomato soup, salsa, chicken bouillon cubes, and dried parsley. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the bouillon cubes dissolve, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the frozen corn, drained black beans, 0.5 cups of sour cream, and 0.25 cups of chopped cilantro. Simmer the soup for 20 to 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
4. Serve the soup hot, garnished with crushed tortilla chips, shredded cheese, chopped green onion, 0.5 cups of fresh cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy the comforting and spicy flavors of this Tex-Mex delight!

Enjoy your homemade Hearty Tex-Mex Turkey Soup with Black Beans and Corn!