LEBANESE LENTIL AND SWISS CHARD SOUP
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
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
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saif ullah
[email protected]This soup was just ok. The lentils were a bit too mushy for my taste and the Swiss chard didn't add much flavor. I probably won't make this again.
Alam kumar
[email protected]I was looking for a healthy and easy soup recipe and this one was perfect. The lentils and Swiss chard were a great combination and the lemon and garlic added a nice brightness. I'll definitely be making this again.
nancy wanjiru
[email protected]This soup was delicious! I love the combination of lentils and Swiss chard. The lemon and garlic added a nice brightness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Geneve Ward
[email protected]I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The lentils and Swiss chard are a great combination and the lemon and garlic add a nice brightness. I highly recommend this recipe.
Dilli Sitaula
[email protected]This soup was just what I needed on a cold winter day. It was hearty and flavorful, and the lentils and Swiss chard were a great combination. I'll definitely be making this again.
Jahed Islam
[email protected]This soup was delicious and so easy to make! I love that it's packed with healthy ingredients like lentils and Swiss chard. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ayaan Mohamed
[email protected]I was looking for a healthy and easy soup recipe and this one fit the bill perfectly. The lentils and Swiss chard were a great combination and the lemon and garlic added a nice brightness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Darien Manning
[email protected]This soup was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it. The lentils were cooked perfectly and the Swiss chard added a nice touch of greens. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sammy Sithole
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of lentil soup, but this one was really good! The Swiss chard added a nice depth of flavor and the lemon and garlic gave it a nice tang. I'll definitely be making this again.
Celumusa Kunene
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and so comforting on a cold night. The lentils and Swiss chard were a great combination and the lemon and garlic added a nice brightness. I'll definitely be making this again!
Sh Subramaniyam
[email protected]I made this soup last night and it was delicious! The lentils and Swiss chard cooked perfectly and the broth was flavorful and aromatic. I added a bit of extra lemon juice and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little extra kick. Definitely a keep