South Sudanese Style Lentil Soup.

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas are nutritious and cheaper than lentils.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Homemade stock is healthier and can be made from scraps.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is budget-friendly.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Thyme offers a similar flavor profile.

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

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

Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.

Add lentils, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low and add cumin, coriander, paprika, and bay leaves.

Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.

Remove bay leaves and blend soup until smooth, if desired.

Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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