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Crockpot Lentil Soup Recipe

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A hearty and nutritious Crockpot Lentil Soup that combines tender lentils, fresh vegetables, and savory herbs for a comforting meal. Perfect for busy days, this slow-cooked soup is packed with flavor and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups dried lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Rinse the dried lentils thoroughly under cold water to remove any debris. Dice the carrots, celery, and onion, and mince the garlic cloves to ensure they release maximum flavor during cooking.
  2. Add to Crockpot: Place the rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes with their juice, diced carrots, celery, onion, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper into the Crockpot. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  3. Cook the Soup: Cover the Crockpot and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, or on high heat for 4 to 5 hours. The soup is ready when the lentils are tender and the flavors have melded together to create a rich, hearty broth.
  4. Serve: Once cooked, stir the soup, adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, and serve hot. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro if desired for an added burst of freshness.

Notes

  • Be sure to rinse lentils properly to avoid grit in the soup.
  • You can add a splash of lemon juice before serving for brightness.
  • For added protein, consider adding cooked sausage or chicken, if not vegetarian.
  • Leftovers store well and flavors improve the next day.
  • Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control salt content.

Keywords: Crockpot lentil soup, slow cooker lentil soup, vegetarian lentil soup, easy lentil soup recipe, healthy lentil soup

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