25 Native American Recipes You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner!

corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while rice is often more affordable.

beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils cook faster and are lower in cost when using canned beans.

squash

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini is lower in calories, while carrots are often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier, while seasoned water is a budget-friendly option.

Start by cooking dried beans until they're tender; this takes the longest time, so start them first.

Add fresh or dried corn kernels to the pot.

Next, add chunks of winter squash, like butternut or acorn squash.

Some tribes add wild game like venison or rabbit while others keep it completely plant-based.

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