Zuppa di lenticchie per bimby TM6 TM5 TM31

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are nutritious and split peas are often more affordable.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Homemade stock is fresher, while water with seasoning is budget-friendly.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste + water

Fresh tomatoes offer better flavor, while paste is more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is less expensive.

Soak the lentils if necessary and rinse them.

Chop the onion, zucchini, carrots, potatoes, and celery into small pieces.

In a pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent.

Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for a few minutes.

Add the lentils, water, vegetable stock, salt, pepper, bay leaf, and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and let it simmer until the lentils are cooked through.

Adjust seasoning and serve hot, garnished with parsley and basil.

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