Hearty Slow Cooker Lentil Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes

This Slow Cooker Lentil Soup Recipe is a simple and nutritious dish that cooks effortlessly in your Crockpot. Packed with lentils, vegetables, and spices, it offers a wholesome meal that is perfect for busy days.

The recipe is designed for easy preparation, allowing you to set it and forget it while the flavors meld together. Enjoy a warm bowl of comfort with minimal effort.

Easy Crockpot Lentil Soup Recipe

This lentil soup features tender lentils simmered with carrots, celery, and spices in a savory broth. The slow cooking process enhances the flavors and makes it a satisfying meal. The recipe takes about 8 hours on low and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
2 cups spinach or kale (optional, added at the end)

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Rinse the lentils and chop the vegetables.
Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add lentils, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, broth, cumin, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
Add Tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Finish with Greens: If using, add spinach or kale in the last 10 minutes of cooking until wilted.