Lebanese Adas Bis Silq (Lentil & Swisschard Soup) Recipe

Name: Lebanese Adas Bis Silq (Lentil & Swisschard Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups brown lentils; 6 cups cold water; 1/4 cup olive oil; 8 -10 leaves swiss chard, washed, stems removed, cut down the middle and shredded; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; salt & pepper; 1/4 cup lemon juice; lemon wedge (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups brown lentils
6 cups cold water
1/4 cup olive oil
8 -10 leaves swiss chard, washed, stems removed, cut down the middle and shredded
1 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
salt & pepper
1/4 cup lemon juice
lemon wedge (to garnish)

1
Wash the lentils and place in a large sauce pan with the 6 cups water.
2
Bring lentils to a boil, skimming when necessary, cover and simmer gently for approximately 1 hour or until the lentils are soft (do not under-cook) .
3
In a separate pan heat the olive oil, add onions and cook until transparent, stir in the garlic and cook for a minute more. Add shredded swiss chard and stir fry until the leaves are wilted.
4
Pour onions into the pot with the lentils, add cilantro, season with salt and pepper, add lemon juice and simmer for a further 15-20 minutes. Serve in soup bowls garnished with a wedge of lemon. Serve with some type of flatbread.

383

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups brown lentils, 6 cups cold water, 1/4 cup olive oil, 8 -10 leaves swiss chard, washed, stems removed, cut down the middle and shredded, and more.

Yes, Lebanese Adas Bis Silq (Lentil & Swisschard Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lebanese Adas Bis Silq (Lentil & Swisschard Soup)

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