Lentil Lemon Soup

Rich, homemade chicken broth combined with lentils, sauteed onion, garlic, and Swiss chard. Seasoned with cilantro, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
Ingredients -
1 (14.5 ounces) can Chicken Broth
6 cups Water
1 small Onion, peeled and diced
1 Bay Leaf
3 sprigs Italian Flat Leaf Parsley
2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
4 cups Water
1-1/2 cups Dried Brown Lentils, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 pounds Swiss Chard, rinsed, stems removed and cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 large Onion, finely chopped
4 cloves Garlic, crushed
3 tablespoons chopped Fresh Cilantro
1/2 cup Lemon Juice
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
1 Lemon, cut into wedges
 
Preparation:

1. Add chicken broth, 6 cups water, diced onion, bay leaf, Italian flat-leaf parsley, and fresh thyme.

2. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer 90 minutes.

3. Strain broth and reserve 4 cups for use in this recipe. Freeze remaining broth.

4. Add broth and 4 cups water to stockpot.

5. Stir in dried brown lentils and bring to a boil over high heat.

6. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat.

7. Add finely chopped onion and saute until tender.

8. Add garlic and cook additional minute.

9. Add chard to skillet and cook 5 minutes

10. Transfer, onion, garlic, and chard to stockpot.

11. Stir in cilantro and lemon juice.

12. Season with salt and pepper.

13. Simmer 15 minutes.

14. Serve in individual soup bowl with lemon wedges.

 



Lentil Soup Tip
The Legume of Choice
Lentils are perfect for quick soups and other fast, hearty dishes. Lentils require no pre-soaking and can be ready to eat in as little as 20 minutes.

Lentil Soup Tip
Lentil Storage

Lentils are generally purchased in plastic packaging, suitable for storage. Lentils, in whatever container you choose to store them, should be kept in a cool, dry location.

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