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vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium and preservatives.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive than olive oil.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen tomatoes

Frozen tomatoes can be a cost-effective alternative.

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: rice

Rice is usually more affordable than quinoa.

Rinse quinoa under cold water and drain.

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

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

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

Add diced zucchini and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Pour in vegetable broth and add bay leaves and thyme; bring to a boil.

Stir in quinoa and reduce heat to a simmer; cover and cook for 15 minutes.

Add canned tomatoes and spinach; cook until spinach is wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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