Name: The Best Detox Crockpot Lentil Soup for a Cozy Night In
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: PT-494320H12M36S
Total time: PT-494320H12M36S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed; 2 cups carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 cups potatoes, chopped; 2 cups celery, chopped; 1 cup green lentils; ¾ cup yellow split peas (or replace with more lentils); 1 onion, chopped; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 8–10 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth; 2 teaspoons Herbs de Provence; 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste); 2–3 cups kale, stems removed and chopped (added at the end); 1 cup parsley, chopped (added at the end); ½ cup olive oil (rosemary or herb-infused oil is amazing, added at the end); A splash of sherry, red wine vinegar, or lemon juice (for tang, added at the end)

Description

The Best Detox Crockpot Lentil Soup is a hearty and nutritious meal perfect for any time of the year. It combines lentils, vegetables, and herbs for a flavorful experience.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
2 cups carrots, peeled and sliced
2 cups potatoes, chopped
2 cups celery, chopped
1 cup green lentils
¾ cup yellow split peas (or replace with more lentils)
1 onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
8–10 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
2 teaspoons Herbs de Provence
1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
2–3 cups kale, stems removed and chopped (added at the end)
1 cup parsley, chopped (added at the end)
½ cup olive oil (rosemary or herb-infused oil is amazing, added at the end)
A splash of sherry, red wine vinegar, or lemon juice (for tang, added at the end)

Instructions

Add all crockpot ingredients to the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on High for 5–6 hours or Low for 7–8 hours.
Scoop out about 4 cups of soup into a blender and add the olive oil. Blend until semi-smooth and creamy.
Pour blended soup back into the crockpot and stir to combine.
Stir in the kale and parsley. Let it sit for a few minutes to soften the greens.
Taste and adjust salt. Add a splash of sherry, vinegar, or lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
Serve with crusty wheat bread and Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For stovetop: Simmer the first group of ingredients on low for about 1 hour until lentils and squash are soft. Blend and return to pot, then add kale and parsley.
For Instant Pot: Use 6–7 cups broth. Cook on Soup for 30 minutes, then quick release. Blend and return, then add kale and parsley.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5-8 hours
Category: Soup
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 250
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Detox, Crockpot, Lentil Soup, Healthy, Vegan