Syrian-style lentil and chard soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This traditional soup is made with lentils, chard, and a variety of spices, and it is often served with pita bread or rice. The lentils provide a good source of protein and fiber, while the chard is packed with vitamins and minerals. The spices give the soup a warm and inviting flavor, and the pita bread or rice helps to soak up the flavorful broth. If you are looking for a delicious and healthy soup that is sure to warm you up, then you should definitely try Syrian-style lentil and chard soup.
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CHARD LENTIL SOUP, LEBANESE-STYLE
Easy to prepare super delicious vegetarian soup.
Provided by Patricia.S
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Cook lentils in boiling water until beginning to soften, 8 to 10 minutes. Add chard; continue cooking until wilted, about 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes to the boiling water, reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and cook until the potatoes are completely cooked, about 12 minutes.
- Mix lemon juice, crushed garlic, and salt together in a bowl; add to the pot. Continue to cook at a simmer another 5 minutes. Stir olive oil into the mixture. Increase heat to high and cook another 1 to 2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 11.8 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 931 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
MIDDLE-EASTERN CHARD AND LENTIL SOUP (SYRIA)
Steps:
- Wash and pick over lentils. Place lentils in a saucepan and cover with the stock or 2 quarts water. Bring to a boil and skim off any foam that surface. Add potato, partially cover and cook for 20 minutes. In a large skillet, slowly brown the onion in the olive oil. Meanwhile, wash, stem, and roughly shred the greens. (You should have about 1 packed quart) Add the cilantro and the garlic to the skillet and saut for a minute or two, then stir in the greens and allow them to wilt, covered. Scrape the contents of the skillet, including the oil, into the saucepan and continue cooking another 20 minutes, or until thick and soupy. Stir in the lemon juice and serve hot, lukewarm, or cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 11.0374625000084 g, Carbohydrate 28.3826091686259 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 10.9648833408564 g, Protein 10.8104466668353 g, SaturatedFat 1.4846170000015 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (417g), Sodium 1048.09183333378 mg, Sugar 17.4177258277694 g, TransFat 0.774954250002538 g
Tips:
- Use a good quality vegetable broth for the best flavor. You can also use water, but the broth will add more depth of flavor.
- If you don't have any dried lentils, you can use canned lentils. Just rinse them well before using.
- You can also use other greens in this soup, such as kale, spinach, or collard greens.
- Serve the soup with a side of pita bread, rice, or quinoa.
Conclusion:
This Syrian-style lentil and chard soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils and chard. The soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give this recipe a try.
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