Shrimp Gumbo

 

                                 

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     If you are a soup lover, and you like to make big batches that will last all week, then keep reading.  This Shrimp Gumbo has all the things, protein, complex carbs, and just a touch of healthy fat.  The other big bonus is that you can get a hearty nutrient dense rounded 2 1/2 cups for only 356 calories, 40g carbs, 8g fiber, 32g net carbs, 30g protein and 8g fat.  Since this produces 7 servings, it will last a full week…or if you are feeling generous, you can be kind and share.  Decisions decisions!😉

Ingredients for 7, 2 1/2 rounded cups~

1 pound 99% Lean Ground Turkey

1 large chopped Onion

1 Tablespoon chopped Garlic

8oz sliced fresh Mushrooms (sub with canned)

1 head chopped Celery

2 medium large chopped Zucchini 

4 trimmed sliced Carrots

Dash Cayenne Pepper (optional)

1 Tablespoon Paprika

2 cans no salt added diced Tomatoes

1 pound Shrimp

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3/4 cup dry Brown Rice (sub with White)

1 large chopped Onion

1 teaspoon Bouillon 

2 cups Water

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Small Avocados

  

     Add Turkey, Onion, Garlic and Mushrooms to large stockpot and heat on medium til Turkey is cooked and vegetables begin to soften.  Add Celery, Zucchini, Carrots, and spices and allow those to continue to soften in their natural juices.  Meanwhile, cook Rice, Onion, Bouillon, and Water according to package directions, set aside.  Lastly, stir in Tomatoes and Shrimp in Turkey mixture, and heat til Shrimp are pink.  Stir Rice into Soup, divide into 7 equal portions, should be about 2 1/2 cups, and top each serving with a half small Avocado (approximately 1.5oz).  Enjoy ☺️