COMIDA Fácil y Sana p/Diabetes, BAJAR Colesterol y Triglicéridos LENTEJAS GUISADAS |Cocina de Addy

red lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils offer a similar texture, while split peas are more economical.

chayote

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini provides a similar texture, while cabbage is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water + herbs

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Using water with herbs or bouillon can lower costs while adding flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has health benefits, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Rinse the lentils and soak them if necessary.

Chop the eggplant, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and garlic.

In a pot, heat the oil and sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add the chopped vegetables and continue to sauté until softened.

Add the lentils, herbs, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot.

Pour in enough water to cover the lentils and vegetables.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.

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