Lentil Soup Crock Pot Recipes Easy – When it’s cold outside, nothing beats a hearty, delicious soup. Set-it-and-forget vegetarian slow cooker lentil soup contains plant-based protein, fiber and is easy to make in a crockpot.
We absolutely love easy and filling lentil soups like simple red lentil soup, lentil soup, and instant lentil soup!
Lentil Soup Crock Pot Recipes Easy
This slow-cooking lentil soup consists of 100% vegetables. You would never guess that this soup is vegan because it is so delicious and filling. My kids called it “the best soup ever” and that was before I filled their bowls with tortilla chips!
Butternut Squash Red Lentil Stew
A crock pot lentil soup recipe is like a vegetable soup that cleans out your produce drawer. Just like borscht – the longer it cooks, the better it cooks – prepare it the night before and just turn on the slow cooker when you leave in the morning!
The ingredients for crock pot lentil soup are simple and similar to how I make lentil soup.
To soak or not to soak the lens? As lentils are a smaller legume with a thin skin, they cook quickly and do not contain sulphur, they do not need to be soaked – although I always recommend rinsing with cold water!
The garnishes and finish of the ‘soup’ can really take this vegetable lentil soup to the next level! Lemon or red wine vinegar, finely chopped parsley or cilantro, Greek yogurt and freshly grated Parmesan cheese are just some of the options!
Pot Vegan Lentil Soup
Although it is recommended that you always rinse lentils before cooking to remove any dust/residue, there is no need to soak them before slow cooking due to their smaller size and thinner ‘skin’. Lentils, unlike most members of the legume family, do not contain sulfur. Sulfur is the main reason for soaking beans – because it can help with digestion, reduce gas, etc.
Although slow-cooking lentils is the best way to prevent them from overcooking, this can happen. Follow the cooking time listed in this recipe as it has been tested many times and wait to add extra salt or acid (lemon, vinegar) until just before serving.
The most likely cause is that your lens is ‘old’. Check the date on the package and/or how long you kept it open in the pantry.
There are many ways you can mix it up to enjoy lentils. You can make this potato lentil soup, lentil soup with mushrooms (or the Santa Fe version), green lentil curry, or even just add some cooked lentils to a healthy salad recipe, as a pizza topping, add to a bowl of rice, and more!
Instant Pot Lentil Soup Recipe
Lentils are an excellent source of plant-based protein, and are low in fat, calories and high in fiber! They are rich in minerals and are a staple in many vegetarian diets, as well as in Middle Eastern cuisine.
This really varies from person to person, but lentils are a great source of fiber which can help you feel fuller for longer and is great for digestive health.
Check out my full list of healthy freezer meals and meals for 5, 10, 15 or 20 meals. I’m obsessed!
Make Ahead: I love that you can make this soup ahead of time. Just put all the ingredients (except the garnish) in a container (or ziploc bag, slow cooker insert, etc.). In the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Cook according to the instructions in the recipe.
Hearty Red Lentil Soup (how To Cook Red Split Lentils)
When it’s cold outside, nothing beats a hearty, delicious soup. Set-it-and-forget vegetarian slow cooker lentil soup contains plant-based protein, fiber and is easy to make in a crockpot.
Calories: 277 kcal | Carbohydrates: 55 g | Proteins: 14 g | Fats: 1 g | Saturated fat: 1 g | Sodium: 416 mg | Fiber: 16 g | Sugar: 6 g
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Welcome! I grew up in Ukraine watching my grandmother cook with simple ingredients. I have spent the last 11 years on my mission to help you cook quick and easy meals for your family! This simple slow cooker lentil soup is made with simple ingredients like green beans, celery, carrots and makes a filling and hearty vegetarian dish. throw it away and go eat slow cooker! Simple kitchen instructions and instant pots are also available.
Lentil Soup Recipe
Lentil soup is just one of those staple recipes you need in your back pocket, because not only is it easy to make, made with simple pantry ingredients, and inexpensive; but also tasty, filling and completely nutritious.
Personally, I’m a big fan of crowd-pleasing vegetarian slow cooker recipes like this Slow Cooker Chili Lentil , Golden Glow Red Lentil Soup , and our reader favorite Vegetarian Chili .
However, in this case I’m singing the praises of a big bowl of green lentil soup, and if you’ve never made homemade lentil soup, now is the time to try it!
Trust me, it’s easier than you think, especially since you don’t have to cook or soak the lentils beforehand.
Easy Crockpot Tomato Lentil Soup
In fact, since this is an easy slow cooker and throwaway recipe, you just add the lentils directly to the pot with the other ingredients, hit start, and you’re on your way to a delicious and hearty meal!
This lentil soup is so simple that most of the cooking time is simply wasted thanks to the magic of the slow cooker, making it perfect for busy weeknights or slow weekends at home.
This version is also vegan, vegetarian and naturally gluten and dairy free, so it’s a great choice for people with different dietary preferences.
But if you prefer meat, be sure to check out our recipe variants below on how to make this lentil soup in a bowl with ham, sausage, ham bone, Italian sausage or bacon.
Slow Cooker Lentil And Ham Soup Recipe
For the slow cooker version of this recipe, I decided to skip the braising step to keep the preparation simple and streamlined.
If you prefer to add depth of flavor, feel free to first saute the onion in a little olive oil and salt over medium heat.
Puréeing the slightly cooked soup at the end with an immersion or regular blender gives it a dairy-free, creamy quality, so don’t skip this step.
Tip: Lentil soup goes well with a simple green salad and crusty bread. I really like this easy fall harvest salad!
Easy Scottish Red Lentil Soup
Slow Cooker Lentil Soup with Ham: Add 1-2 cups of chopped cooked ham to the slow cooker along with the lentils. Continue with the recipe. Place extra cooked ham on top, crispy in a pan over medium heat.
Crockpot Lentil Soup with Sausage: Add 1 pound of kielbasa or Italian sausage to the crock pot along with the lentils. After the soup is cooked, take out the sausage, slice it and return it to the soup with spinach.
Slow Cooker Lentil Soup with Ham Bones: Add the ham bones to the slow cooker along with the lentils. Once the soup is cooked, remove the ham bones and discard them. Continue with the last step of the recipe.
Crockpot Lentil Soup with Bacon: Cook half a pound of bacon until crisp. Break up half of the cooked meat and add it to the pot together with the lentils. Continue with the recipe. Place the remaining cooked and crumbled meat on top.
Instant Pot Lentil Cabbage Soup
Lentils: This recipe uses green or brown lentils. Do not use red lentils, as they give a completely different consistency and result. If you’re looking for a red lentil soup recipe, try this easy and delicious coconut milk red lentil soup or this easy carrot soup instead.
Baby spinach: Kale can be used instead of baby spinach. Be sure to add a few extra minutes of cooking at the end to wilt the kale.
Stock: Vegetable stock or chicken stock can be used, but be sure to use vegetable stock if you want to keep this recipe vegan and vegetarian.
Red Wine Vinegar: Finishing the soup with red wine vinegar adds a much needed flavor after a long cooking time. If you don’t have red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar or lemon juice will also work.
Blended Red Lentil Soup (instant Pot, Crock Pot, Stove Top)
Tip: Cooling the lentil soup thickens. Add a little stock when reheating to restore the original consistency.
This easy slow cooker lentil soup is made with simple ingredients like green lentils, celery, carrots and spinach for a hearty vegan and vegetarian meal. Plus instant pot and stove instructions!
The heat of the slow cooker can vary, as can the amount of liquid the lentils absorb during the cooking process. If necessary, add more stock at the end to achieve the desired consistency.
This soup will also thicken as it cools, so if you like it thicker, let it cool for 30 minutes before serving.
Golden Lentil Soup With Sweet Potatoes, Coconut & Lime
Sodium will greatly depend on the type of stock and tomatoes used. For a low-sodium option, use low-sodium tomato stock.
Servings: 1 (of 6), Calories: 241 kcal, Carbs: 45 g, Protein: 15 g, Fat: 1 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Unsaturated Fat: 1 g, Unsaturated Fat: 1 g