Turkey & Wild Rice Soup
turkey wild rice soup
There’s nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of turkey wild rice soup to carry you through the coldest months of the year. This hearty, budget-friendly meal comes together with minimal effort and ingredients you likely already have on hand—making it a true winter staple. Whether you're looking to use up leftover holiday turkey or simply craving something cozy, this soup delivers all the savoury goodness you could want in a single pot.
One of the best time-saving and money saving tips for this recipe is using frozen mirepoix. With diced carrots, celery, and onions already prepped and ready to go, you shave tones of time off of cleaning and chopping vegetables, making this a perfect weeknight dinner solution. The mirepoix simmers gently with the rice to create a thick, hearty base that’s naturally creamy without needing much added richness.
Leftover turkey finds new life here, turning into tender bites that pair perfectly with the earthy flavour of wild rice. A blend of basil, thyme, and garlic powder keeps the seasoning simple but deeply flavourful, allowing the natural savouriness of the turkey and vegetables to shine through. A little salt and pepper to taste brings everything together in a well-balanced, comforting bowl that feels both wholesome and satisfying.
What makes this recipe especially appealing is how inexpensive it is to prepare. With just a handful of pantry staples and freezer items, you can make a big batch that feeds the family—or future you. The mix of rice not only gives the soup wonderful texture but also stretches it farther, making it a great option for meal prepping on a budget.
And the best part? This soup freezes beautifully. Portion it into containers, pop them in the freezer, and you’ve got ready-to-reheat lunches and dinners for weeks to come. When the temperatures drop and you’re craving something warm, hearty, and homemade, this turkey wild rice soup will be waiting for you—simple, cozy, nourishing comfort in every spoonful.
Here’s the recipe!
Ingredients:
1 bag frozen Mirepoix diced vegetables (there should only have carrots, celery, onions)
1 cup rice, I like using brown rice
1 dinner plate full of leftover turnkey meat, cut up into bite-sized pieces
4L of turkey broth
1/4 cup dried basil
3 tbsp dried thyme
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tsp salt, I like using kosher salt
1/2 cup wild rice, added 20 minutes before serving
Optional: 1 cup pumpkin purée
Instructions:
In a large stockpot, add in all ingredients, minus the wild rice. Cook on stovetop over medium heat until all the ingredients are gently boiling. Reduce the heat and allow the soup to simmer for about 20-30 minutes.
Add wild rice 20 minutes before serving.
season to taste.
Pairs nicely with fresh sourdough bread, and topped with freshly grated parmesan, fresh ground pepper and avocado.
Enjoy!
