How to Make Sopa De Lima (Mexican Lime Soup) | Soup Recipes | Allrecipes.com

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Tofu provides a plant-based protein, while canned beans offer a budget-friendly alternative.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and using water with bouillon is economical.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: store-bought tortilla chips

Baked tortilla chips reduce calories, while store-bought options save time.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: green chili

Bell pepper adds flavor without heat, while green chili is a more affordable spicy option.

Boil chicken in water until cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken, shred it, and set aside.

In the same pot, add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeño to the broth; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes, cumin, and oregano; simmer for 10 minutes.

Add the shredded chicken back to the pot.

Squeeze in fresh lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cut tortillas into strips and fry until crispy, or bake them as a healthier option.

Serve the soup hot, garnished with crispy tortilla strips, avocado, and cilantro.

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