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    Easy Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Published: Dec 1, 2022 by Stephanie Leave a Comment

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    An easy slow cooker lentil soup recipe that's warm cozy and filled with healthy nourishing ingredients. A delicious one pot meal made in the crockpot that's naturally vegan and gluten free.

    slow cooker lentil soup in a white soup crock with a silver spoon. Crackers next the bowl with chopped parsley.

    Soups, stews and chili are always my favorite recipes to make during the cooler winter months!

    And this slow cooker lentil soup is hearty, healthy and perfect for busy nights!

    I especially love how versatile lentils are in so many recipes and that's why they're always a staple in our pantry!

    This lentil loaf is a great meatless entrée and perfect to serve for the holidays.

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredient notes
    • How to make this vegan lentil soup
    • What to serve with slow cooker lentil soup
    • Storage
    • Top tip
    • FAQ?
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • Easy to make with only a few ingredients
    • Healthy, nourishing and delicious served as leftovers
    • Vegan, Dairy free, Gluten free
    • Made in the crockpot, so prep it and dinner will be waiting on you
    • Lentils are a great source of plant based protein

    Ingredient notes

    • Lentils- green lentils were used for this soup but could substitute with brown lentils.
    • Vegetable broth- I recommend a low sodium vegetable broth since it's easier to control the sodium content.
    • Tomatoes- preferably organic canned tomatoes. Diced petite tomatoes were used here.
    • Carrots- dice the carrots in bite sized chunks.
    • Celery- diced into bite sized pieces.
    • Onion- roughly chopped yellow onion.
    • Garlic- finely minced garlic.
    • Seasonings- dried oregano, basil, thyme, smoked paprika, & sea salt.
    • Bay leaf- if your bay leaves are small use 2.

    ingredients in slow cooker lentil soup which include green lentils, vegetable broth, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, canned diced tomatoes, seasonings, bay leaf.

    How to make this vegan lentil soup

    Full directions can be found below in the recipe card

    1. Put the rinsed dried green lentils, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, bay leaf and seasonings into to the crockpot.
    2. Then pour in vegetable broth, stir, cover and cook per recommended time in the recipe card below.
    slow cooker lentil soup ingredients in crockpot prior to cooking.
    slow cooker lentil soup ingredients in crockpot prior to cooking and after adding in broth and stirring.

    What to serve with slow cooker lentil soup

    1. Green salad- a basic green salad is always a great choice to serve with soup.
    2. Bread- Warm crusty bread for dunking or these almond flour biscuits are perfect with it.
    3. Crackers, pita chips or any chip that's good for dunking into this soup.
    4. Rice is another great addition to add to this meal. I recommend a simple jasmine rice.
    slow cooker lentil soup in a white soup crock with a silver spoon.

    Storage

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

    For longer storage freeze in airtight containers 3-4 months.

    Top tip

    Be sure to rinse and sort the lentils before adding to the slow cooker. Use a low sodium broth so you can adjust the salt to your taste preferences.

    Lentil soup in a white soup crock with a silver spoon and a grey napkin beside the bowl.

    FAQ?

    Do I have to soak the lentils prior to cooking?

    No. Lentils do not require soaking prior to cooking, however do make sure to rinse them in cold water and discard any debris.

    Can I add additional vegetables to the soup?

    You can add kale or spinach to the soup right before serving. I also like to add a splash of balsamic vinegar.

    Are lentils healthy?

    Yes. They are rich in fiber and a great source of plant based protein. A serving of lentil soup is loaded with tons of nutrients.

    AND IF YOU TRY THIS RECIPE PLEASE BE SURE TO LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW…..I’d love to hear if you make this & how you like it. Plus please be sure to include a star rating.

    lentil soup in a white soup crock with a silver spoon and crackers in the background.

    Until next time- xoxo

    Stephanie

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    Easy Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    This Slow Cooker Lentil Soup is easy to make and a great way to prep dinner. A warm comforting soup perfect for cool Fall & Winter evenings.
    Course Lunch/Dinner, Soup
    Cuisine Gluten Free, vegan
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 8 hours
    Servings 6
    Calories 74kcal
    Author Stephanie

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup dried green lentils
    • ½ cup chopped yellow onion
    • 2 large carrots
    • 3 stalks celery
    • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
    • 1 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
    • ½ tsp. basil
    • ½ tsp. oregano
    • ½ tsp. salt or salt to taste
    • ¼ tsp. thyme
    • ¼ tsp. smoked paprika
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 6 cups vegetable broth
    • 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar- optional
    • 1 cup kale chopped- optional

    Instructions

    • Chop onion, carrots, celery and garlic and set aside.
    • Rinse the lentils and remove any bad ones.
    • Place all of the above ingredients in the slow cooker reserving vinegar and kale till end.
    • Cook on low setting 8 hours or high setting 5 hours.
    • optional- add balsamic vinegar and chopped kale to soup and stir prior to serving.

    Notes

    Nutrition information based off using low sodium vegetable broth and no salt added canned tomatoes.
    *Diclaimer

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2.8g | Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 370mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 2.9g | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Post has been updated from October 2019

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