February 2024

Citrusy Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup

Citrusy Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup
Source of Recipe
New York Times Cooking, Ali Slagle
Serves/Makes/Yields
4 servings

With lentils, sweet potato, chard and earthy spices, this soup is certainly hearty and cozy, but it’s also surprisingly uplifting, thanks to the acidity and crunch of chard stems and jalapeños that have been quick-pickled in citrus juice. The chard leaves simmer in the soup until silky, while the raw stems marinate in a combination of lemon or lime juice, salt and jalapeño. They’re really all this soup needs, but you could also add a little richness to individual servings with yogurt, avocado, a poached egg or a drizzle of oil.