Rick's Hearty Lentil Dish - Rick Stein's Spain - Episode 4 - BBC

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: water

Water reduces sodium content while maintaining moisture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Collard greens are often more affordable and nutritious.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

Rinse lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

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 cumin and coriander; cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and bay leaves; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.

Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.

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