Spanish Bean Stew | A Classic Heart-Warming Dish

white beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Chickpeas are high in protein and cheaper than some white beans.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is lower in sodium and more flavorful.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: regular paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Regular paprika is a lower-calorie option, while cayenne adds heat.

Soak white beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and celery, cooking for another 4-5 minutes.

Add the soaked beans, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, and bay leaves.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45-60 minutes until beans are tender.

Stir in chopped roasted red peppers and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

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