IKARIAN Longevity Stew | WFPB RECIPE | Blue Zones Diet | The Vegan Test Kitchen

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier; canola oil is more budget-friendly.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are more nutritious; canned beans are often cheaper.

Heat vegetable broth in a large pot over medium heat.

Add diced onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.

Stir in sliced carrots and leeks; cook for a few minutes.

Add beans or legumes and chopped broccoli; mix well.

Pour in diced tomatoes and tomato paste; stir to combine.

Season with salt and black pepper; adjust to taste.

Add dry pasta and kale; stir to combine.

Add enough water or broth to cover the ingredients; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and let simmer until pasta is cooked and flavors meld, about 30 minutes.

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