Curried Red Lentil And Swiss Chard Soup Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of this Curried Red Lentil & Swiss Chard Soup, a recipe inspired by Oprah Magazine's March 2007 issue. Creamy lentils, earthy Swiss chard, and a touch of spice create a hearty and satisfying meal. Don't miss the textural contrast of the garbanzo beans – they're key! This flavorful soup is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend lunch. Get ready for a taste of deliciousness!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 384.1 kcal
Protein 43g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Curried Red Lentil And Swiss Chard Soup

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How to Make Curried Red Lentil And Swiss Chard Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook, stirring frequently, until light golden brown (about 10 minutes).
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon curry powder and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste).
  4. Add 4 cups vegetable broth and 1 bunch Swiss chard, roughly chopped.
  5. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until chard is wilted (about 5 minutes).
  6. Stir in 1 cup red lentils, 1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed).
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 16-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender.
  8. Remove from heat. Carefully transfer half of the soup to a blender and puree until smooth.
  9. Return the pureed soup to the pot.
  10. Stir in 1 cup additional vegetable broth and salt to taste.
  11. Warm over low heat for 2 minutes.
  12. Ladle into bowls.
  13. Top with a dollop of plain yogurt (thinned with a little water, if desired).
  14. Garnish with sliced jalapeño and lime wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

4g

Carbs

20g