This hearty slow cooker lentil soup is perfect for chilly days when you want something warm and comforting. Packed with protein-rich lentils, vegetables, and savory spices, this soup is not only delicious but also nutritious. The slow cooker does all the work for you, so you can enjoy a hearty meal without much effort.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried lentils
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery ribs, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- Rinse the lentils and add them to the slow cooker.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, garlic, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once the lentils are tender, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy this nutritious and comforting slow cooker lentil soup!
Interesting Facts
Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber.
Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld together beautifully in this soup.
This soup is vegan and can easily be made gluten-free by using gluten-free vegetable broth.