CURRIED LENTIL SOUP WITH SWISS CHARD

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I actually found this recipe on another blog. I decided to post it here for safekeeping and so I could keep notes. It really is delicious! I made some adjustments and prepared it in the crockpot (easy to do) but posted the recipe as written.

Provided by lvt96

Categories     Lentil

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups onions, chopped
1 cup carrot, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne (optional, leave out if you donà  t want it spicy, or use a little more if you like it really hot)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 lb red lentil, rinsed and picked over to remove any debris (about 2 1/4 cups)
8 cups water, vegetable stock or 8 cups chicken stock
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk (stir well before using)
1 teaspoon salt
1 bunch swiss chard, ribs removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, red pepper, garlic, ginger and spices and saute until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add the water or stock along with the salt, lentils and coconut milk, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the lentils are cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • While the soup is simmering, wash and prep the chard and chop the cilantro. After the lentils have finished cooking, stir the chard and cilantro into the soup - it will look like a lot of chard for the soup at first, but have no fear. The chard will wilt down as it heats up. Keep stirring until the chard is bright green and wilted, about another 2 minutes. Taste and season as needed with more salt or pepper, and serve.

Virginia Wanjiru
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I've never had Swiss chard before, but I really liked it in this soup. It's a great way to add some extra nutrients to your diet.


Ghit
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This soup is so flavorful and satisfying. I love the way the curry and Swiss chard come together.


Bluebuddy10
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I'm not a big fan of lentils, but I really enjoyed this soup. The curry flavor really mellows out the lentils.


Aon Raza
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I usually make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Kamal Hosain
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I love the pop of color that the Swiss chard adds to this soup. It's such a beautiful and delicious dish.


Sophia Hoyle
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge, and this soup is a great way to use them up.


bileru dorcas
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Fano Media FANO
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This soup is so easy to make, I can even get my kids to help me. It's a great way to teach them about healthy eating.


Sheebu Khan
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this soup. It's so flavorful and satisfying, I don't even miss the meat.


James Guenthoer
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This recipe is a great base for experimentation. I've tried adding different vegetables, spices, and even different types of lentils. It's always delicious!


Eduardo Valle
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my soup turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.


Errol Hoods
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it fills you up without being too heavy.


Madalyn Sallee
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they all come together to create a delicious and satisfying soup.


Chris Dye
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for quick and easy meals, and this soup fits the bill perfectly.


Klaudia no bo kto inny
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I'm not a big fan of Swiss chard, so I substituted spinach instead. The soup was still very good.


lama bimal
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra curry powder and cayenne pepper to give it more flavor.


Save Lives
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover lentils. The soup is also very versatile. I've added different vegetables and spices to it, and it always turns out great.


MD ZAHIDULLAH
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This soup is so good! It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are incredible. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tanvir Dubai
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially love the combination of lentils, Swiss chard, and curry.


Walter Davis
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This lentil soup was a hit! The curry flavor was warm and inviting, and the Swiss chard added a nice pop of color and flavor. Even my picky kids loved it!


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