LENTIL LEMON SOUP
This is a unique and tasty version of a traditional Lebanese lentil soup. Serve with some warm pita bread for a thoroughly filling and nutritious meal!
Provided by CAYLARN
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Lentil Soup Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the chicken broth, 6 cups of water, 1 small onion, bay leaf, parsley and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 1 1/2 hours. Strain, and reserve 4 cups of the broth for the recipe. Reserve the remaining broth for other uses.
- Pour the 4 cups of broth into a large soup pot, and add 4 cups of water to it. Stir in lentils, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 1 hour.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the large onion, and cook until transparent, stirring frequently. Add the garlic, and cook for just a minute, until fragrant. Place the chard in the pan, and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. The smells here are delicious!
- Transfer the chard and onion mixture to the pot with the lentils. Stir in the cilantro and lemon juice. Season with salt and additional lemon if desired. Simmer covered for an additional 15 minutes before serving. Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 18.5 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 262.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
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Bibek Gaurung
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and it's also very filling. I highly recommend this soup!
Kobus van Eeden
[email protected]This soup was just okay. The lentils were a bit undercooked and the soup was a bit bland. I would not make this soup again.
Jonathan Mcgrew
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they loved it! The soup was flavorful and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this soup again.
Kumar Gurung
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover lentils. It's also a very healthy and affordable meal. I like to add a bit of chopped bacon or sausage to the soup for extra flavor.
Aleksandër Musaj
[email protected]This lentil soup was delicious and easy to make! I added a bit of extra lemon juice and some chopped fresh parsley, and it was perfect. The soup was hearty and filling, and the flavors were well-balanced. I will definitely be making this soup again!