Greek meals you can make at home - Lentil Soup Recipe (Fakes) - Vegan

lentils

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: split peas

Black beans offer similar protein content, while split peas are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile with health benefits, while canola is more budget-friendly.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade broth is healthier, while water with seasonings is a cost-effective alternative.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while white vinegar is economical.

Rinse green lentils under cold water and drain.

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

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

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add double concentrate tomato puree, stirring to combine with vegetables for 2 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add green lentils, bay leaves, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper; reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer until lentils are tender, about 25-30 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning as desired.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley and a drizzle of red wine vinegar.

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