Spicy Chard Soup

A warming bowl of Spicy Chard Soup delivers comfort with a spicy twist, combining the earthiness of Swiss chard with aromatic spices for a nourishing meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Soup

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 6 servings

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 bunches Swiss chard (about 2 pounds) Fresh Swiss chard, stems and leaves separated
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Plus more for drizzling
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon harissa or other chile paste
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
1 lemon halved
Kosher salt to taste
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
4 pieces hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
2 cups pita chips, coarsely crushed

Instructions

Preparation

Cut the chard stems into 1/2-inch pieces and the leaves into 1-inch pieces; keep them separate.
Toast the caraway and cumin seeds in a skillet over medium heat for 1–2 minutes, then let cool and crush/grind into a coarse spice mix.

Cooking

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; add the chard stems and onion and cook until softened (5–6 minutes).
Push the vegetables aside and add the tomato paste, harissa, garlic, and ground spices; cook for 2 minutes, then stir everything together.
Add the chard leaves, chicken broth, and 1 cup water; bring to a rapid simmer and cook until the chard is tender (about 10 minutes).
Stir in the juice of 1/2 lemon and season with salt.

Serving

In a small bowl, mix the yogurt with the remaining 1/2 lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
Serve the soup in bowls and top with the eggs, pita chips, and a dollop of the yogurt mixture; drizzle with olive oil.

Notes

For a complete meal, consider pairing with a simple side salad or crusty bread. The soup can also be modified to fit various dietary needs.

Keyword Comfort Food, Healthy Soup, Spicy Chard Soup, Vegan Options