Guiso de lentejas SUPER FÁCIL delicioso

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas are lower in calories and beans are often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has similar health benefits, while canola is more economical.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is fresher and water with seasoning is cost-effective.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can provide similar flavor at a lower cost.

Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside.

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

Add chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced bell pepper and potato; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add rinsed lentils, diced tomato, bay leaves, cumin, and paprika; mix well.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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