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sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water + seasonings

💰Cheaper: water

Using water with seasonings is cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is widely available and less expensive.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is a budget-friendly alternative.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add grated beets, diced carrots, and potatoes; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pour in vegetable broth and add chopped cabbage, bay leaves, and black pepper.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Stir in tomato paste and lemon juice; cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and fresh parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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