ANTI - INFLAMMATORY SOUP WITH 1 SECRET INGREDIENT (Calabrian Style)

cannellini beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: navy beans

Chickpeas are high in protein and fiber, while navy beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers similar health benefits, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and cook until soft.

Add minced garlic and cook for a minute.

Stir in the whole can of tomato paste and let it cook for a minute or two.

Add chopped cabbage and cook until tender.

Stir in the can of diced tomatoes.

Add chickpeas and 4 to 6 cups of chicken or vegetable broth depending on desired thickness.

Season with oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.

Stir and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for about 20 to 30 minutes.

Before serving, squeeze the juice of a quarter of a lemon onto the soup.

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