Simple Slow Cooker Lentil Soup (Printable Version)

Hearty lentils with vegetables gently cooked with herbs for healthy, satisfying flavor in every bowl.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
02 - 3 carrots, diced
03 - 2 celery stalks, diced
04 - 1 medium onion, diced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 6 cups vegetable broth
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
10 - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, optional
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Place lentils, diced carrots, celery, onion, minced garlic, vegetable broth, cumin, thyme, salt, pepper, and diced tomatoes (if using) into the slow cooker.
02 - Cover and cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours until lentils and vegetables are fully tender.
03 - Taste and adjust salt and black pepper as needed before serving.
04 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish each serving with chopped fresh parsley.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready to eat after a hands-off day of slow cooking
  • Uses up pantry staples and classic produce you probably have on hand
  • Naturally vegetarian with simple vegan swaps
  • Gets better as it sits and reheats beautifully
  • The deep aroma brings everyone to the table fast
02 -
  • Rich in plant-based protein and fiber
  • Freezes and reheats easily so it is perfect for batch cooking
  • Completely customizable based on what you have at home
03 -
  • Do not skip rinsing the lentils to remove dust and ensure they cook evenly
  • If your slow cooker runs hot check at six hours so the lentils do not overcook
  • Layer ingredients in the order listed to build the best flavors at each stage

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