Skinny Slow Cooker – Lentil & Veggie Stew
This gluten-free, vegetarian friendly recipe is delish anytime of the year!
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Yields: 6 | Serving size: 1 1/2 cups | Calories: 184 | Previous Points: 3 | Points Plus: 4 | Total Fat: 1 g | Saturated Fats: 0 g | Trans Fats: 0 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Sodium: 212 mg | Carbohydrates: 28 g | Dietary fiber: 4 g | Sugars: 6 g | Protein: 6 g
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen or fresh whole kernel corn
- 1 large red potato, cut into 1” cubes
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 1/2 cup diced sweet onion
- 2 stalks celery, sliced into 1/2” pieces
- 1 cup (fresh or frozen) green beans, broken into 1” pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Kosher or sea salt to taste
- 1 1/2 cups tomato juice, low sodium (optional V-8 Juice low-sodium)
- 3 cups vegetable broth, low sodium (optional chicken broth)
- 1 cup (dry) lentils
Directions
Add all the above ingredients, except lentils, to the slow-cooker, stir to combine. Cover and cook on low 8 to 10 hours. Add lentils the last hour of cooking time. Feel free to add or substitue your favorite vegetables.
Tip: Adjust the liquid for less or more thickness. First, try adding 1 cup each tomato juice and 1 cup vegetable broth. Remember, the slow-cooker does not allow for much evaporation, so the amount of liquid you add initially will be about the same toward the end of the cooking cycle. It's easier to add liquid than to remove it. We like ours fairly juicy so we add the full amount and sometimes even more.
Minimum slow-cooker size 4 quarts.
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I tried making this today. I added a small zucchini but adjusted the amount of liquid needed. It ended up more like a stew than a soup
I'd strongly suggest lowering the amount of lentils to 1/2 a cup. Just my opinion. Tasted great though! :
Magayrose,
Great idea!
Magayrose,
Thanks for your feedback. Glad you like the taste.
Just wanted to thank you so much for sharing nutritious gluten free dishes. I am trying this out today (I love soup all year round and love crockpot dishes)
Kim, Well thank-you! We certainly appreciate your feedback. Would love to hear how the recipe turns our for you!
This was great–I loved it . I used V8 instead of tomato juice and I used a good quality vegetable bullion (dried that you add the water to). I used 3/4 cup of lentils and did have to add more V8 juice–my hubby likes it thick, but it was a little too thick so your recipe is probably about right. I did add about a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
Kim, I use V8 sometimes too. We're so glad you and your hubby enjoy the stew!
I have this in the slow cooker now! The whole house smells great! I too used V8 juice and chicken broth instead of vegetable. Can't wait to eat it!!
Jberry622, Yum…I can almost smell the stew. Keep us posted!
I cant wait to try this! looks excellent and so easy!
I have been looking for a great lentil soup recipe…and this one is my favorite so far. The added bonus – it uses a slow cooker!!!!
Mmm, can't wait to try this! I have a bag of lentils I didn't have any plans for until now.
Can't wait to try this recipe.
I tried this, and liked it. Will make it again.
I cant wait to try this! looks excellent and so easy!
I have been looking for a great lentil soup recipe…and this one is my favorite so far. The added bonus – it uses a slow cooker!!!!
I am changing my exercising, eating, cooking habits and try to include a new vegan or vegetarian recipe every week, this was a huge hit with my roommate and I! I will definitely make it again and was excited to add it to my soup file as a new favorite. Thank you for your great recipes!!
Can't wait to make this for my kids:)
I made this today and it is so good…and healthy! I did add a little bit more lentils and a little more tom juice and veggie broth because I wanted a little bit more liquid in it. Really great and I love your site and that you have plenty of vegetarian recipes!
Amy, Thank you so much. Another vegetarian/vegan recipe in the slow cooker now!
Hello! What type of lentils are best to use for this recipe?
Amy, I used either brown or green…either will work.
Can I cook it on high for four hours?
4-6 hours on high should work!
I think I'll use a sweet potato vs. red potato. Can't wait to try this!
Penny, Great idea…I've use sweet potatoes sometimes myself and they are yummy!
Very tasty, but not like it looks in the picture. It’s basically tomato soup with veggies and lentils. I will make it again, but next time I’ll use only vegetable broth, no tomato juice.
Can red lentils be used?
Dobie, Definite!! I use red lentils sometimes…so healthy!
What did/can you serve with this stew?
Dobie, Taste amazing with half a healthy sandwich. Otherwise, I eat by itself since it has the protein (lentils) and complex cards from the veggies.
Just made this lentil & veggie soup! It turned out great! The lentils turned out al denta…so I recommend adding lentils about 40 to 45 minutes if you like softer lentils. I also added a cup more of broth and v8 juice.
Sara, Thanks so much for the tips! Glad you enjoyed.
In your instructions, you say, "Add lentils the hour of cooking time." Could you please explain what that means? The last hour of cooking time? One hour? Thanks!
Jill, If a recipe says to cook 5-6 hours, add the lentils the last hour and continue cooking one additional hour.
Thank you – you may want to add the word "last" before "hour of cooking" to prevent others from being confused.
Jill, Thanks…good idea!
I made this earlier in the week and everyone LOVED it (including all three kids). I added extra broth (1/2 chicken and 1/2 vegetable) and some frozen lima beans. I used red lentils. I will definitely make this again!
I love this recipe. I used only vegetable broth and did not use any tomato juice. I was able to sneak in some organic spinach and dried seaweed with no complaints. I did not have any corn. Spices were perfect. I will make this again and again. Thanks!
Hi. Thank you for so many wonderful recipes!
I made this tonight for supper but did it in 30 minutes on the stove. I used canned lentils, 1 tsp. paprika, 1 tetra pack Pomi pureed tomatoes and 2 cups of broth. It came out wonderfully.