How to Make Instant Pot Lebanese Lentil and Chard Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Lebanese cuisine is known for its bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and hearty soups. One dish that embodies all of these characteristics is the Lebanese Lentil and Chard Soup. This soul-warming soup is the perfect combination of nutritious lentils, vibrant chard, and aromatic spices. And with the help of an Instant Pot, you can have this delicious and comforting meal ready in no time.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 russet potato, cubed
  • 3 ribs celery, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
  • 1 small bunch cilantro, chopped, divided
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 ½ cups brown lentils
  • 1 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed and leaves sliced into thin ribbons
  • 2 lemons

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil in the pot. Add onion, potato, celery, and garlic; cook and stir until starting to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1/2 of the cilantro, salt, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon on top; stir until fragrant.
  • Pour in water and lentils. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in chard; cover soup and let sit until chard wilts, about 5 minutes. Uncover and stir in juice of 1 lemon.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with remaining cilantro. Cut the second lemon into wedges and serve alongside.
  • Nutrition

    202 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 447mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 14g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 39mg
    • Calcium: 80mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 697mg