Description
Crockpot Harvest Vegetable and Lentil Stew is a heartwarming dish that effortlessly brings comfort to your dining table. This wholesome stew features a colorful mix of seasonal vegetables and protein-rich lentils, simmered slowly to create a rich, flavorful experience. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe requires minimal effort—simply toss the ingredients into your crockpot and let it work its magic. Enjoy the delightful aroma as it fills your kitchen while you prepare for a cozy meal. Whether served with crusty bread or over a bed of rice, this stew is sure to satisfy all cravings, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup lentils
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup chopped kale or spinach
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse lentils under cold water until clear and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Add rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and kale or spinach to the crockpot.
- Sprinkle with dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until lentils are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot with bread or over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups or 360g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg