Mediterranean Red Lentil & Swiss Chard Soup
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes • Serves: 8
1 tablespoon Colavita® Olive Oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, diced
1/2 medium onion, diced
1 cup rinsed and drained red lentils
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 container (32 ounces) less-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup diced fresh or drained canned diced tomatoes
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 cup packed sliced Swiss chard leaves (veins removed)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, diced
1/2 medium onion, diced
1 cup rinsed and drained red lentils
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 container (32 ounces) less-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup diced fresh or drained canned diced tomatoes
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 cup packed sliced Swiss chard leaves (veins removed)
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
1.In large saucepot, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic, carrot and onion; cover and cook 5 minutes or until vegetables are almost tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in lentils and cumin; cook 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
2.Stir in broth, tomatoes and 1 cup water; heat to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low; add thyme. Cook 10 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in chard, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Serve garnished with parsley, if desired. Makes about 8 cups.
Approximate nutritional values per serving:
119 Calories, 2g Fat (0g Saturated), 0mg Cholesterol,
440mg Sodium, 17g Carbohydrates, 4g Fiber, 9g Protein