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Hearty Swiss Chard and Lentil Stew

Name: Hearty Swiss Chard and Lentil Stew
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: {'ingredient': 'Olive oil', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}; {'ingredient': 'Onion', 'amount': '1, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Garlic', 'amount': '3 cloves, minced'}; {'ingredient': 'Carrots', 'amount': '2, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Celery', 'amount': '2 stalks, diced'}; {'ingredient': 'Swiss chard', 'amount': '4 cups, chopped'}; {'ingredient': 'Lentils', 'amount': '1 cup, rinsed'}; {'ingredient': 'Vegetable broth', 'amount': '4 cups'}; {'ingredient': 'Cumin', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Paprika', 'amount': '1 teaspoon'}; {'ingredient': 'Salt', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Pepper', 'amount': 'to taste'}; {'ingredient': 'Lemon juice', 'amount': '2 tablespoons'}

Warm your soul with this Hearty Swiss Chard and Lentil Stew, a delightful blend of earthy lentils, vibrant Swiss chard, and aromatic vegetables simmered together in a rich vegetable broth. This nourishing dish is not only packed with flavor but also boasts an impressive nutritional profile, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. Originating from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, this stew showcases the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients that are celebrated in these regions. Enjoy a bowl of this stew with crusty bread for a wholesome meal that brings the comfort of home cooking to your table.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
Onion (1, chopped)
Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
Carrots (2, diced)
Celery (2 stalks, diced)
Swiss chard (4 cups, chopped)
Lentils (1 cup, rinsed)
Vegetable broth (4 cups)
Cumin (1 teaspoon)
Paprika (1 teaspoon)
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
Lemon juice (2 tablespoons)

Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add the chopped Swiss chard, rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for approximately 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
Stir in the lemon juice for a bright finish and adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with additional lemon wedges or a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.

Dietary Information

Servings: 6 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 220 • Fat: 5g • Carbs: 34g • Protein: 11g • Sodium: 350mg • Sugar: 3g

Hearty Swiss Chard and Lentil Stew

Servings: 6

Ingredients

Instructions

Dietary Information

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