Vegan Haitian Legume

eggplant

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: squash

Zucchini is lower in calories and often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense and collard greens are often less expensive.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Jalapeños provide a spicy kick, while banana peppers are milder and cheaper.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced eggplant and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Add sliced zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers; cook for another 5 minutes.

Incorporate chopped tomatoes and season with salt and black pepper; simmer for 10 minutes.

Add chopped spinach and cabbage; stir well and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Add thyme and scallions; mix thoroughly and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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