Description
This Slow Cooker Lentil Soup is a hearty, healthy, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy days. Packed with protein-rich lentils and nutritious vegetables, it’s a comforting vegan and gluten-free dish that can be set and left to cook with minimal effort. Ideal for a nourishing lunch or dinner, this soup is full of wholesome ingredients and warming spices.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Dry Ingredients and Spices
- 1 pound dried brown lentils
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Liquids and Canned Goods
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce/411 gram) can diced tomatoes
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the onion and celery, slice the carrots, and mince the garlic cloves. Rinse the dried brown lentils under cold water to remove any debris or dust.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Add the lentils, diced onion, sliced carrots, diced celery, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, and vegetable broth into a 3-quart or larger slow cooker. Give everything a good stir to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook the soup on high for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours or on low for 5 to 6 hours, until the lentils are tender and the vegetables are soft.
- Add Tomatoes: Stir in the can of diced tomatoes and allow the soup to continue cooking for an additional 20 minutes to heat the tomatoes through and develop flavor.
- Season and Serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences. Serve warm and enjoy a comforting bowl of lentil soup.
Notes
- This recipe is an easy set-it-and-forget-it meal, ideal for busy schedules.
- The soup is vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs.
- You can customize the seasoning with your favorite herbs or extra spices for added flavor.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or can be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 317 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 1390 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 25 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
