One-Pot Lentil Soup

Hearty one-pot lentil soup with Swiss chard & kale. Low sodium, high fiber, kidney-friendly, and perfect for a comforting meal.
Meal Type Dinner , Lunch , Main course , Soup
Diets High fiber , Low protein , Low sodium , Nut free , Vegan , Vegetarian
Ingredients
  • 1 cup uncooked, rinsed lentils
  • ½ cup uncooked brown rice
  • 3 cups sliced carrots
  • 1 lb Swiss chard, cleaned and chopped
  • 1 lb kale, cleaned and chopped
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 packet (2 oz or 4 Tbsp) onion soup mix, reduced sodium
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
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Directions
Prep: 10 min, Cook: 30 min, Total: 40 min
  1. Place all ingredients in large pot. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat, cover and cook until rice is tender (about 20 to 30 minutes).
Nutritional Information
  • Calories: 257 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 44.5 g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10.2 g
    • Total Sugars: 7.6 g
  • Protein: 14.3 g
  • Fat: 5.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.6g
  • Sodium: 336.9 mg
  • Potassium: 1784.8 mg
  • Calcium: 273.6 mg
  • Phosphorus: 211.35 mg 
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