Sopas colombianas para preparar

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive while still providing fat for sautéing.

Rinse lentils under cold water and set aside.

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

Add diced onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in diced tomato, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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