Description
A comforting and nutritious slow cooker lentil and vegetable soup packed with red lentils, hearty potatoes, fresh kale, and a medley of vegetables seasoned with warming spices. Perfect for an easy, healthy, set-it-and-forget-it meal that can be enjoyed throughout the week.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups red lentils
- 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/2 bunch kale (about 4 leaves, stems removed and chopped)
- 2 russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 jalapeño, chopped (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 6 1/2 cups vegetable stock
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Begin by peeling, chopping, and pressing all the vegetables and garlic as specified in the ingredient list to ensure even cooking and balanced flavors.
- Add to Slow Cooker: Place all the prepped vegetables, red lentils, and seasonings into the slow cooker pot. Pour in the 6 1/2 cups of vegetable stock to cover the ingredients.
- Cook the Soup: Set the slow cooker on high for 5 hours or on low for 8 hours (low is preferred for better flavor melding). Stir the soup occasionally during cooking to prevent sticking and to combine flavors evenly.
- Adjust Consistency: If you prefer a thinner broth, add 1-2 cups more vegetable stock towards the end of cooking and stir well.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and optionally garnish with a dollop of sour cream and serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- This soup is ideal for meal prepping and keeps well in the fridge for several days, making it perfect for lunches or quick dinners.
- Adjust the level of spice by omitting the jalapeño or cayenne pepper if you prefer a milder soup.
- Adding additional vegetable stock helps if you want a brothier soup consistency.
- Use kale leaves with stems removed to avoid bitterness and tough texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated or frozen for longer storage; reheat gently to preserve texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 96 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1636 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
