Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

vegetable detox soup

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 9m
Cook Time: 6h
Total Time: 6h
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (13 Reviews)
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Ingredients

Adjust servings:

For slow cooker:

Garnishes:

Nutritional Information

319
Calories
14.8g
Fat
38.7g
Carbohydrate
10g
Protein
0mg
Cholesterol
768mg
Sodium
Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

Recipe Description

This simple and delicious Slow Cooker Lentil Soup is the ultimate vegetable detox soup. Chock-full of healthy vegetables, rich in dietary fiber and protein lentils and yellow split peas, and infused with herbs de Provence, this unique lentil soup is flavorful and full of texture. It warms and satisfies without being heavy. All made in a slow cooker, it’s super simple and low-effort too.

To make the soup, add all the ingredients, along with the vegetable stock, dried herbs, and salt, to the bowl of your slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 5 to 6 hours. Once the lentils and yellow split peas are tender, remove the lid and transfer about 4 cups of soup to a blender. Add in the herb-infused olive oil and pulse until almost smooth. Return the blended portion of soup back to the slow cooker and stir in the baby spinach and chopped parsley. Turn the slow cooker off and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. I always add a splash of red wine vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice to add a tangy zip of acidity. Serve hot and enjoy!

To make the Slow Cooker Lentil Soup, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Place vegetables, lentils and peas in slow cooker

    1 min
    Step 1 - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Place 2 cups cubed butternut squash, 2 cups sliced carrots, 2 cups chopped potatoes, 2 cups sliced celery, 1 cup green lentils, ¾ cup yellow split peas, 1 chopped onion, and 5 minced garlic cloves, 2 teaspoons herbs de Provence, and 1 teaspoon salt in the bowl of a slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Add vegetable stock

    1 min
    Step 2 - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Pour over 8 to 10 cups vegetable stock and stir.

  3. 3

    Cook

    6h
    Step 3 - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Cover and cook on high for 5-6 hours or on low for 7-8 hours, keeping the lid on.

  4. 4

    Partially blend

    1 min
    Step 4 - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Transfer about 4 cups of soup to a blender and add ¼ cup olive oil. Pulse gently until almost smooth and creamy.

  5. 5

    Add blended soup back to slow cooker

    1 min
    Step 5 - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Add the blended soup back to the pot and stir to combine.

  6. 6

    Add spinach and parsley

    5 min
    Step 6 - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Stir in 2-3 cups baby spinach and 1 cup chopped parsley. Turn the slow cooker off and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Season the soup with 1-2 teaspoons sherry or red wine vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

    Serve hot and enjoy!

Make this Slow Cooker Lentil Soup recipe and enjoy a bowl of nutritious soup that’s low on effort and high on flavor. It’s full of nourishing ingredients, plant-based protein, and antioxidants that help provide a detoxifying effect. Made it? Let us know! Tag @cookmerecipes on Instagram and hashtag it #cookmerecipes

About the author

Nina Cole

Nina dreams of gender equality and for women all over the world to feel empowered and enjoy the same freedom she has. She’s a careful consumer, believing that by being more conscious about the way we live we can make the world a better place! Already a vegetarian, she uses animal products sparingly and tries to produce as little waste as possible. Most of her recipes are vegan as a result!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (13 reviews)
Yas
November 26, 2024
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I made this Lentil Soup for a cozy night in and it was super easy. Just threw everything in the slow cooker and chilled. The flavor was on point, and I loved the herby kick. Will def make again.

Tina97
September 22, 2024
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I made this Slow Cooker Lentil Soup last week, and it was simply amazing! So easy to prep on a busy day. My husband and I loved the flavors, it was a big hit at dinner!

Lucas Johnson
July 21, 2024
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Super easy to make and my kids loved it! Perfect for busy days.

Tom
May 1, 2024
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Superb!

Kelsey Martin
March 24, 2024
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Epic!

Nina Thompson
February 15, 2024
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So simple, loved it. Perfect for cozy nights with friends while we laughed and enjoyed our time together.

Margaret
January 28, 2024
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I found this recipe for Slow Cooker Lentil Soup absolutely delightful. It's so simple and perfect for a chilly evening. I made it on a Saturday and it was enjoyed by my friends over a cozy meal.

Ollie
August 30, 2023
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Epic! Used this on a chilly day—my fam loved it! The warm flavors are so comforting, and it’s super easy. Will def be makin’ this again soon!

Samantha
August 2, 2023
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Wow! This soup’s a game changer for cold nights! So simple, my hub loved it!

Jessie
July 25, 2023
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Wow! This lentil soup is simply amazing! My kids loved it, and I loved how easy it was to make. I threw in all the ingredients, set the timer, and went about my day! Came home to a warm, delicious dinner. Definitely a new family favorite!

Noah
June 26, 2023
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Superb soup, thanks!

Victor96
June 24, 2023
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Warm soup goodness. Made this lentil soup on a chilly day and it really lifted our spirits. My kids loved it too and asked for seconds! Simple steps made it easy to whip up. Thank you for this lovely recipe!

Athina
May 16, 2023
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Lentil soup is really good, works great in the slow cooker for sure. I add kale sometimes. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

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