Best 4 Rainy Day Collards And Lentil Soup Recipes

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## Rainy Day Collards and Lentil Soup: A Comforting and Nutritious Meal

When the weather outside is gloomy and gray, there's nothing quite like a warm and hearty bowl of soup to lift your spirits. This Rainy Day Collards and Lentil Soup is the perfect comfort food for a rainy day. It's packed with nutritious ingredients like collard greens, lentils, and vegetables, and it's incredibly flavorful thanks to the addition of smoked turkey, ham, and a variety of spices. Best of all, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.

In addition to the main recipe for Rainy Day Collards and Lentil Soup, this article also includes three bonus recipes for delicious and comforting soups:

* **Tuscan Kale and Sausage Soup:** This hearty soup is made with kale, sausage, cannellini beans, and a variety of vegetables, all simmered in a flavorful broth.
* **Chicken Noodle Soup:** This classic soup is made with chicken, noodles, vegetables, and a flavorful broth. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.
* **Beef and Barley Soup:** This hearty and flavorful soup is made with beef, barley, vegetables, and a variety of spices. It's perfect for a cold winter day.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy a delicious and comforting bowl of soup on a rainy day.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LENTIL AND GREEN COLLARD SOUP



Lentil and Green Collard Soup image

This is a purely Lebanese recipe, which can be eaten cold in summer or hot in winter. Make sure you find the right Lentil type! It's healthy and yummy!

Provided by cook

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup dry red lentils, rinsed and drained
6 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch collard greens - rinsed, stemmed and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons minced garlic
⅓ cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, stir in onion and salt; cook until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in lentils, and cook for 1 minute. Pour in water, then bring to a boil over high heat, then turn heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add collard greens, and cook until wilted, about 10 minutes. When the lentils are tender, stir in the collard greens and season with cumin, cinnamon, and garlic; allow to simmer 10 more minutes. Stir in lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 15.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1778.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

RAINY DAY COLLARDS AND LENTIL SOUP



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It's raining cold and damp outside. Inside you'll be all warmed up with this savory, comforting, hearty and nutritious soup. Great to make and freeze for those days that are just to busy to cook. Giving a vegetarian option or for meat eaters with bacon. Top with crispy croutons if desired.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 slices center-cut bacon or 2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, dice
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 small carrot, diced
1 celery rib
3 -5 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs collard greens, stems removed and rough chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb crushed tomatoes
8 cups vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon chili powder, more if you like it hot
1/2-1 teaspoon cumin
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup dried brown lentils or 1 cup green lentil, picked over and rinsed
balsamic vinegar or mirin
fresh basil

Steps:

  • In a large pot heat olive oil over medium heat or if using fry bacon till crisp. Set bacon a side.
  • In the oil or bacon fat saute the onions, red pepper, carrots, celery and garlic till tender about 8 minutes. Adding more olive oil if needed.
  • Add the collards they will fill the pot but cook down a lot.Season with salt and pepper.
  • Top with the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil then simmer for 50 minutes.
  • Taste to adjust seasonings.
  • Crumble the bacon if using.
  • Garnish the soup with one or all , a drizzle of vinegar, olive oil, bacon bits and fresh basil.
  • Oh! be sure to remove the bay leaf before enjoying.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.3, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 392, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 2.2, Protein 9.4

CORNMEAL SOUP WITH COLLARD GREENS AND SAUSAGE (SOPA DE FUBA)



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Make and share this Cornmeal Soup With Collard Greens and Sausage (Sopa De Fuba) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Laka

Categories     Brazilian

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

40 g yellow cornmeal
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
160 g kielbasa, sliced into 1 (or similar)
5 cups vegetable stock, from 1 cube
80 -100 g collard greens, stemmed and thinly sliced crosswise
2 eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Heat cornmeal in a Ø 25 cm skillet over medium-high heat and cook for 3-4 minutes, swirling pan constantly, until lightly toasted and fragrant. Transfer cornmeal to a bowl and set aside.
  • Sauté sausages in olive oil in the same skillet, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • Bring vegetable stock to a boil in a pot over high heat. Whisk in reserved cornmeal, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook, whisking often, for about 20 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the soup for later use.
  • Stir in reserved sausages and collards and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until collards wilt.
  • Place eggs in a medium bowl and add 1 cup cornmeal mixture; whisk until smooth. Return mixture to pot and stir until incorporated; cook for 1 minute more.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.7, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 119.4, Sodium 403.8, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.9, Protein 9.3

LEBANESE LENTIL AND COLLARDS SOUP



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From Allrecipes. Described as a purely Lebanese and can be eaten hot or room temp. The poster, Farah Momtaz, stresses the importance of using the red lentils. Posting for the tag game in NAME.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed and drained
6 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch collard greens, rinsed, stemmed and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/3 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, stir in onion and salt; cook until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in lentils, and cook for 1 minute. Pour in water, then bring to a boil over high heat, then turn heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add collard greens, and cook until wilted, about 10 minutes.
  • When the lentils are tender, stir in the collard greens and season with cumin, cinnamon, and garlic; allow to simmer 10 more minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.9, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 1785.7, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 19.9, Sugar 3.7, Protein 16.4

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender collard greens for the best flavor and texture.
  • Rinse the collard greens thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit.
  • Chop the collard greens into bite-sized pieces.
  • Use a variety of lentils for a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Rinse the lentils thoroughly before cooking.
  • Add plenty of vegetables to the soup for a nutritious and filling meal.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This rainy day collards and lentil soup is a delicious, hearty, and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover collard greens and lentils. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is a great choice for busy weeknights. So next time you are looking for a comforting and nutritious meal, give this soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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