This lemon lentil soup has the taste of comfort food, but also manages to offer outstanding nutrition in every serving.
Citrus fruits like lemons are high in vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damaging free radicals. Warm or hot lemon water can also help your digestive system.
Just pop everything in your slow cooker and have a hearty meal waiting for you at the end of the day.
Like this recipe? Here are some other slow cooker recipes to try:
- Slow Cooker Jalapeno Popper Soup
- Healthier Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Soup
- Slow Cooker Moroccan Chickpea Soup
Ingredients
- 6 carrots, diced
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 yellow pepper, chopped
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 3 cups red lentils
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1-1/2 tsp. salt
- Zest and juice of one lemon
- 1 Tbsp. fresh rosemary, chopped
Slow Cooker Lemon Lentil Soup
Instructions
1. In a six-quart slow cooker, add all ingredients EXCEPT lemon zest and juice and rosemary.
2. Cook on low for 6 hours.
3. Stir in lemon zest, juice and rosemary.
4. Salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
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