Description
Crock Pot Lentil & Root Veggie Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines protein-packed lentils with vibrant root vegetables, creating a flavorful, nourishing dish that warms both body and soul. Perfect for busy days, simply toss in the ingredients and let your Crock Pot do the magic while you relax. Enjoy a bowl of this delightful soup at family gatherings or cozy nights in, and experience the rich aroma and comforting flavors that make it a staple in every home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils (rinsed)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 medium potatoes (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, saut? onions and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Combine lentils, chopped veggies, saut?ed onions and garlic, thyme, bay leaves, and vegetable broth in the Crock Pot.
- Season with salt and pepper; add any additional spices if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Before serving, remove bay leaves and stir well. Drizzle with olive oil or top with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg