Carrot Mushroom Red Lentil Soup and Cranberry Dressing!

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using homemade broth can reduce sodium and enhance flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper provides heat at a lower cost.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions add freshness at a lower price.

Heat the burner on high.

Chop red onion and add to the pan.

Add rehydrated mushrooms to the pan.

Stir in garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Add spices: cumin, chili powder, turmeric, Bistro spice, and black pepper to the pan.

Add 7 ounces of tomato paste to the pan and coat the vegetables with it.

Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth.

Add red lentils and diced carrots to the pot.

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and balsamic vinegar to the soup before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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