Its such a versatile pantry staple.
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Growing up, I did not understand the power of vegetables.
Needless to say, lentils (yes, theyretechnically a vegetable!)
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Unlike other canned versions, it has a simple ingredient list just lentils, water, and sea salt.
This makes cooking with these earthy, nutty legumes easier than ever.
Another area where lentils hit the mark for me is in their health benefits.
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Lentils are energy-dense, low in sodium, and packed with potassium and fiber.
I prefer to lean into their rich and robust profile by adding lentils to my favorite vegetablesoupsand stews.
Mushrooms and herbs go extremely well with lentils too, as do hearty proteins such as chorizo.
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