Name: Slow Cooker Coconut Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups dried brown lentils (or green); 1 cup diced onion (from ½ large onion); 3 large carrots, peeled and diced (about 1.5 cups); 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger (or ginger paste); 4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes; 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 13.5 oz can full-fat coconut milk (unsweetened); 6 cups vegetable broth; Juice of 1 lime (optional, for serving)

Description

Slow Cooker Coconut Lentil Soup is a creamy, plant-based soup made with lentils, coconut milk, and warming spices. This cozy slow cooker recipe is easy to make and perfect for meal prep or chilly evenings.

Ingredients

1.5 cups dried brown lentils (or green)
1 cup diced onion (from ½ large onion)
3 large carrots, peeled and diced (about 1.5 cups)
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger (or ginger paste)
4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
13.5 oz can full-fat coconut milk (unsweetened)
6 cups vegetable broth
Juice of 1 lime (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Rinse lentils and prepare vegetables.
Add all ingredients (except lime juice) to the slow cooker.
Stir to combine.
Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until lentils are soft.
Stir in lime juice before serving, if using.
Serve warm and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Add greens like spinach or kale in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Adjust spices or blend a portion for a thicker texture.
Store leftovers in fridge for 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours