Lentil Vegetable Soup

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are often less expensive and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, scallions, and grated carrot; sauté until softened.

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until fragrant.

Add soaked lentils and water; bring to a boil.

Season with salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, and dried mint.

Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender.

In the last few minutes, add chopped kale, cabbage, and broccoli.

Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley before serving.

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