Best 6 Lentil And Swiss Chard Soup Recipes

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In the culinary world, few things are as comforting and wholesome as a warm bowl of lentil and swiss chard soup. This classic dish, often enjoyed in many cultures around the world, is not only a delightful treat to the taste buds but also a nutritional powerhouse. Lentils, rich in protein and fiber, team up with the vitamin-packed swiss chard to create a symphony of flavors and essential nutrients. Whether you're aiming for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a heartwarming dish for a cozy gathering, this versatile soup is set to become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best lentil and swiss chard soup recipes, offering a tantalizing blend of flavors that will nourish your body and soul.

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BARLEY AND LENTIL SOUP WITH SWISS CHARD



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Leafy Green     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Low/No Sugar     Barley     Lentil     Winter     Healthy     Chard     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 first-course or 6 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cups chopped peeled carrots
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
10 cups (or more) low-salt chicken or vegetable broth
2/3 cup pearl barley
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
2/3 cup dried lentils
4 cups (packed) coarsely chopped Swiss chard (about 1/2 large bunch)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large nonreactive pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and carrots; sauté until onions are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Mix in cumin; stir 30 seconds. Add 10 cups broth and barley; bring to boil. Reduce heat; partially cover and simmer 25 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juice and lentils; cover and simmer until barley and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Add chard to soup; cover and simmer until chard is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in dill. Season soup with salt and pepper. Thin with more broth, if desired.

LENTIL AND SWISS CHARD SOUP



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This soup combines the fiber and protein of the lentil with the high vitamin K in the chard.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for serving
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup lentils, picked over and rinsed
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, in juice
2 bunches (about 1 1/2 pounds total) Swiss chard, stalks cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces (keep stalks and leaves separate)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Bread, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan with a lid, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened and browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, oregano, and thyme; stir to combine.
  • Add lentils, 5 cups water, and tomatoes with their juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, 20 minutes. Add chard stalks and cook until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add chard leaves; season with salt and pepper, and cook until lentils and chard are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice; ladle soup into bowls. Drizzle with olive oil, and serve with bread, if desired.

LEBANESE LENTIL AND SWISS CHARD SOUP



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A simple, fairly quick recipe to enjoy as the nights grow cooler. And as NA*ME Tag gets busier! ;)

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Lentil

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup large green lentil
1 bunch fresh swiss chard
7 cups water
10 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 lemons, juice of, to taste
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Spread the lentils on a platter and pick them clean of any impurities. Rinse & drain.
  • Put the lentils and water in a large saucepan and place over a high heat. Bring to the boil, reduce the heat to medium, cover the pan, and boil gently for 30 - 45 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
  • While the lentils are cooking, wash the swiss chard, trim the dirty bottom ends of the stalks, if any, and chop into thin strips about 1/2-inch wide. Add to the lentils & simmer another 5-10 minutes until the chard has softened.
  • Peel the garlic cloves, chop them coarsely, and put them in a mortar. Add a generous pinch of salt to absorb the juices released from the crushed garlic and pound with a pestle until you have a smooth paste. You could squeeze the garlic with a garlic crusher but the texture and taste of pounded garlic is nicer.
  • Slowly incorporate the lemon juice into the garlic paste, then the olive oil.
  • When the lentils and chard are done, stir the garlic mixture into the soup. Season with salt to taste and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
  • Taste, adjust seasoning if necessary and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.6, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 81.2, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 6.5

CURRIED RED LENTIL AND SWISS CHARD SOUP



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From Oprah magazine, March 2007. Don't skip the garbanzo beans. They add a good texture contrast.

Provided by Debbie R.

Categories     Curries

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
5 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
5 cups vegetable broth
1 lb swiss chard, tough stalks removed, coarsely chopped
2 cups about 14 ounces dried red lentils
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons thick Greek yogurt, thinned with 2 T. water
1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed and thinly sliced
1 lime, cut into six wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium heat. Add onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until light gold, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in curry and cayenne. Add 4 cups broth and chard. Increase heat and bring to a boil, stirring, until chard is wilted.
  • Stir in lentils and chickpeas. Lower heat to low. Cover and simmer 16 - 18 minutes, stirring twice, until lentils are tender.
  • Remove from heat. Puree half of it; return to pot. Stir in last cup of broth and salt. Warm over low for 2 minutes.
  • Put into bowls. Top with thinned yogurt. Garnish with slices of jalapeno and lime.

BARLEY AND LENTIL SOUP WITH SWISS CHARD



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A delicious soup recipe with barley, lentils, and Swiss chard.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 c chopped onion
1 1/2 c chopped carrots
3 clove garlic, minced
2 1/2 tsp ground cumin
10 c low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth,
2/3 c pearl barley
14 1/2 oz can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
2/3 c dried lentils
4 c (packed) swiss chard, coarsely chopped
2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in heavy large nonreactive pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and carrots; sauté until onions are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Mix in cumin; stir 30 seconds. Add 10 cups broth and barley; bring to boil. Reduce heat; partially cover and simmer 25 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juice and lentils; cover and simmer until barley and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • 2. Add chard to soup; cover and simmer until chard is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in dill. Season soup with salt and pepper. Thin with more broth, if desired.

LENTIL AND SWISS CHARD SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for serving
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 cup lentils, picked over and rinsed
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, in juice
2 bunches (about 1 1/2 pounds total) Swiss chard, stalks cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces (keep stalks and leaves separate)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • 1. In a large saucepan with a lid, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened and browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, oregano, and thyme; stir to combine. 2. Add lentils, 5 cups water, and tomatoes with their juice; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, 20 minutes. Add chard stalks and cook until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add chard leaves; season with salt and pepper, and cook until lentils and chard are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. 3. Stir in lemon juice; ladle soup into bowls. Drizzle with olive oil, and serve with bread, if desired.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed and chopped Swiss chard. You can also use frozen Swiss chard, just thaw it before using.
  • If you don't have white wine on hand, you can substitute vegetable broth or water.
  • For a creamier soup, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or coconut milk before serving.
  • Garnish the soup with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh parsley, or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This lentil and Swiss chard soup is a healthy and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with nutrients and flavor, and it is easy to make. So next time you are looking for a delicious and nutritious soup, give this one a try!

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