11 affordable soup recipes this winter
If you don’t have an ingredient, worry not, a great substitute is always an option.
Staying warm and well-fed doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag. Whether you're a student stretching your grocery budget or simply trying to make smarter food choices, soups are a delicious and affordable way to keep cosy during the colder months.
Hearty, nourishing and full of flavour, these bowls of comfort prove that eating well on a budget is more than possible. Plus, they offer you options to freeze and store for later!
We've rounded up some of the best affordable winter soup recipes.
1. Lentil soup with chickpeas and lamb meatballs
This hearty soup combines lentils and chickpeas in a lamb broth, enhanced with warm spices such as cumin and cloves. The lamb meatballs add a satisfying richness, making it a perfect winter warmer.
Lentil soup with chickpeas and lamb meatballs recipe
2. Classic Italian cabbage-and-rice soup with toasted cheese
A simple yet flavourful soup that pairs cabbage and rice, topped with toasted cheese. It's a budget-friendly meal, coming in at under R50 per serving, proving that less expensive meals can be both delicious and satisfying.
classic italian cabbage and rice soup recipe
3. Golden soup by Siba Mtongana
This vegan-friendly soup is wholesome, slightly spicy, and ready in just 30 minutes. It's an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy a meat-free, budget-conscious meal without compromising on flavour.
4. Vegetable soup with amagwinya and gremolata
A versatile soup that allows you to use up leftover vegetables, paired with amagwinya and a fresh gremolata topping. It's a great way to minimise waste and maximise flavour.
vegetable soup with amagwinya recipe
5. Bone marrow soup with mini dombolo
A hearty soup featuring bone marrow, complemented by fluffy mini dombolo. This is an affordable dish that brings comfort and warmth, ideal for chilly evenings.
bone marrow soup with mini dombolo recipe
6. Creamy chicken soup
Get cosy with this rich and creamy chicken soup, packed with the flavours of sweetcorn, spices and tender shredded chicken. An easy dish for chilly days.
7. Tomato-and-dhal soup
Warm up with Abigail Donnelly’s tomato-and-dhal soup. A comforting blend of ripe tomatoes, red lentils and aromatic spices, this soup is perfect for cosy nights and easy to freeze for later.
8. Hearty vegetable soup
Enjoy a comforting bowl of hearty vegetable soup that's ready in under 35 minutes. This easy recipe features Woolworths' veggie mix and crispy garlic croutons for a satisfying meal. A quick trip to the shops and you'll have a wholesome meal in no time!
9. Easy split pea soup
Savour the simplicity of Bianca Strydom's easy split pea soup. This comforting dish combines Woolworths' split pea mix, petit-pois and Parmesan for a quick, hearty meal.
10. Classic miso soup
Need something warm and soothing in a flash? This classic miso soup by Bianca Strydom is simple, comforting and full of flavour. Best of all? It's ready in just 10 minutes with only two ingredients. Everything good comes in pairs, right?
11. Turkish red lentil soup
Craving a cosy, flavour-packed meal? This Turkish red lentil soup is smooth, lemony and gently spiced, and ready in under an hour using pantry staples. A comforting bowl for chilly days.
turkish red lentil soup recipe
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