Description
This Detox Lentil Soup is packed with fiber-rich lentils, hearty veggies, and anti-inflammatory spices. It’s a healthy, feel-good meal that’s easy to make in the slow cooker—perfect for busy weeks or light, wholesome dinners.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups dried green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet potato or Yukon gold potato, diced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 6 cups vegetable broth (or water + bouillon)
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach (added at the end)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for brightness)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Load the Crockpot:
- Add lentils, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, sweet potato, diced tomatoes, and all spices to the slow cooker.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and give everything a good stir.
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Cook:
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until lentils and veggies are tender.
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Add Greens & Lemon:
- In the last 15–20 minutes, stir in chopped kale or spinach and lemon juice. Cook until greens are wilted and tender.
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Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Want it thicker? Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup.
- Add fresh ginger or cayenne for an extra detox kick.
- Great for meal prep! Soup thickens as it sits—add broth or water to loosen when reheating.