Beef and Lentil Vegetable Soup

beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth reduces sodium and calories.

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often more affordable and easier to prepare.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative with a neutral flavor.

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.

Add beef; cook stirring often, until browned.

Add beef broth and water. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is fork-tender.

With a slotted spoon, remove meat to a bowl. With two forks, shred meat; set aside.

To soup pot add; tomatoes, carrots, onion, potatoes, celery, lentils, parsley, salt and pepper.

Stir in meat. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until vegetables are tender.

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