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Barley And Lentil Soup With Swiss Chard Recipe

Warm up with this easy, healthy, and incredibly flavorful barley and lentil soup! Adapted from a Bon Appetit classic (Feb 2005), this recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. Packed with protein and nutrients from lentils, barley, and Swiss chard, it's a satisfying and delicious meal the whole family will love. Get ready for a taste of comfort food perfection!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 293.5 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Barley And Lentil Soup With Swiss Chard

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How to Make Barley And Lentil Soup With Swiss Chard

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 large chopped onion and 2 chopped carrots. Sauté until onions are golden brown, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in 10 cups of vegetable (or chicken) broth and add 1 cup of pearl barley. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, partially cover, and simmer for 25 minutes.
  7. Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes and 1 cup of rinsed lentils.
  8. Cover and simmer until the barley and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  9. Add 5 ounces of chopped Swiss chard to the soup.
  10. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the chard is wilted and tender.
  11. Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh dill.
  12. Season the soup generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
  13. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

5g

Carbs

15g

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