Name: Crock Pot Vegetarian Lentil and Vegetable Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 495 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 cups Dry brown lentils, rinsed; 6 cups Vegetable broth; 14.5 oz can Diced tomatoes; 1 unit Large onion, chopped; 3 units Carrots, sliced; 2 units Celery stalks, chopped; 1 large Sweet potato, cubed; 4 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tsp Dried thyme; 1 tsp Ground cumin; 2 cups Fresh kale, chopped; 1 tbsp Lemon juice

"This comforting slow cooker stew combines earthy brown lentils with vibrant root vegetables and aromatic herbs. It is a nutritious, set-it-and-forget-it meal that yields a rich, thick texture perfect for cozy nights."

Ingredients

Qty	Item
1.5 cups 300 g	Dry brown lentils, rinsed
6 cups 1.4 l	Vegetable broth
14.5 oz can 411 g	Diced tomatoes
1 unit 150 g	Large onion, chopped
3 units 180 g	Carrots, sliced
2 units 80 g	Celery stalks, chopped
1 large 300 g	Sweet potato, cubed
4 cloves 12 g	Garlic, minced
1 tsp 1 g	Dried thyme
1 tsp 2 g	Ground cumin
2 cups 130 g	Fresh kale, chopped
1 tbsp 15 ml	Lemon juice

How to Make Crock Pot Vegetarian Lentil and Vegetable Stew

Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water to remove any debris.

Add the lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, onion, carrots, celery, sweet potato, garlic, thyme, and cumin into a 6-quart slow cooker.

Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours or on High for 4 to 5 hours, until the lentils and vegetables are tender.

About 15 minutes before serving, stir in the chopped kale and let it wilt in the residual heat.

Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.

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Use brown or green lentils for this recipe; red lentils will break down too much and lose their shape.
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For extra depth of flavor, sauté the onions and garlic in a pan before adding them to the crock pot.
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The lemon juice at the end is crucial—it cuts through the earthiness of the lentils and brightens the whole dish.
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If the stew is too thick after cooking, simply stir in an extra cup of warm broth or water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this lentil stew?

Yes, this stew freezes beautifully for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Is this recipe vegan?

Absolutely! As long as you use vegetable broth, this recipe is 100% vegan and plant-based.

Can I add other vegetables?

Definitely. Bell peppers, zucchini, or butternut squash make excellent additions to this medley.

Do I need to soak the lentils first?

No, unlike many other dried beans, lentils do not require soaking before being added to the slow cooker.

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