Easy and Delicious Mexican Soup

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Bell peppers provide sweetness without the heat.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

Heat vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat until simmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and jalapeños, cook for another 5 minutes.

Add corn and black beans, simmer for 10 minutes to combine flavors.

In a separate pan, cook chicken until browned, then shred.

Combine shredded chicken into the soup, stirring well.

Season with spices to taste, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice.

Serve hot, garnished with avocado, cheese, and tortilla strips.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

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