Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

Name: Slow Cooker Lentil Soup
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups water; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried); 2 teaspoons beef bouillon (or 2 cubes beef bouillon); 1 1/2 cups dry lentils; 2 medium carrots, sliced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 medium celery stalks, sliced

Source: Montana State University Extension Service Nutrition Education Program

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Quick to make but rich and delicious flavors of carrots, onion, and celery flavor in this slow cooker lentil soup. Add your favorite spices if you want to add a little kick.

Makes

6 servings

Ingredients

6 cups water
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (or 2 tablespoons dried)
2 teaspoons beef bouillon (or 2 cubes beef bouillon)
1 1/2 cups dry lentils
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium celery stalks, sliced

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Mix all ingredients together in slow cooker.
Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours.
Serve hot with crackers or bread.

Notes

Learn more about: Herbs Carrots Onions Celery

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