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Crockpot Lentil Soup Recipe

Crockpot Lentil Soup Recipe
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A hearty and flavorful Crockpot Lentil Soup recipe that’s easy to make and perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1.5 cups brown or green lentils, rinsed well
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (optional, added at the end)
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant. (This step is optional but adds flavor; you can add raw veggies directly to the crockpot if preferred).
  2. Transfer the sautéed vegetables (or raw) to the slow cooker crock.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, rinsed lentils, dried thyme, and bay leaf to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until lentils are tender.
  5. Remove the bay leaf. Stir in fresh spinach (if using) until wilted.
  6. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • The sautéing of vegetables is optional but enhances the flavor.
  • Brown or green lentils work best for this recipe.
  • Spinach can be added in the last few minutes of cooking.
  • Fresh parsley is a great garnish.

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