Hearty Slow Cooker Lentil Soup Recipe

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

A bowl of slow cooker lentil soup on a wooden table

Lentil soup is one of those pots that tastes better the longer it sits. This slow cooker lentil soup builds on dried lentils, onion, carrots, and celery so the vegetables soften and the broth turns hearty by the time you ladle it out.

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.