Best 5 Slow Cooker Curried Lentil Soup Recipes

If you are looking for a quick and flavorful solution for your weeknight dinner, you should consider slow cooker curried lentil soup. This simple yet delicious dish is a hearty and nutritious meal that is perfect for any occasion. Not only is it packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, but it is also incredibly versatile. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy curry, or want to add your own unique twist, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste. With just a few simple ingredients and a slow cooker, you can create a mouthwatering soup that will surely become a family favorite.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER CURRIED LENTIL SOUP

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The exotic scent of curry enlivens this Indian-influenced meatless dish, with lentils and spinach slow-cooked and topped with cool yogurt.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 9h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 (16-oz.) pkg. (2 1/2 cups) dried lentils, sorted, rinsed
8 cups water
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices (1 cup)
2 medium stalks celery, cut into 1/2-inch slices (1 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 extra-large vegetarian vegetable bouillon cubes or 2 chicken-flavor bouillon cubes
3 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 bay leaves
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach
1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt

Steps:

In 3 1/2 or 4-quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients except tomatoes, spinach and yogurt; mix well.
Cover; cook on Low setting for 8 to 9 hours.
About 5 minutes before serving, stir tomatoes into soup. Cover; cook an additional 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
Just before serving, remove and discard bay leaves. Top individual servings with 1/4 cup spinach and 1 tablespoon yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fiber 14 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 5 g

CROCK POT CURRIED LENTIL SOUP

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Serve this with crusty rolls for a satisfying winter or fall meal, or use it as a side dish with sandwiches. I am not a big lentil OR soup fan, yet I really enjoyed this soup.

Provided by Jennifer Michele

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 6h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons oil (preferably olive, or for authenticity -- clarified butter)
1/2 onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons good curry powder (I like using more, but it is all to taste)
6 cups good vegetable stock (water or chicken stock can be substituted)
1 cup lentils
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes (with liquid)
salt

Steps:

Heat oil in skillet over medium high heat.
Add onion and cook until translucent.
Add curry, stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.
(you should be able to smell the curry flavors when it is ready) Add some of the stock to the pan to deglaze.
Pour the contents of the pan, and the rest of the stock into a crock pot.
Add the lentils to the pot.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
Before serving, puree some of the lentils to give the soup some body, and add the tomato and any salt that you wish.

SLOW COOKER LENTIL SOUP

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Lentil soup is perfect for the slow cooker. Just throw all the ingredients into the slow cooker in the morning and come home to a delicious soup.

Provided by CPolencheck

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes Ham Soup

Time 6h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

7 cups water
1 pound cooked, smoked lean ham, cut into chunks
1 (14.5 ounce) can low-sodium diced tomatoes, undrained
1 ¾ cups dried lentils, rinsed
8 ounces chopped onion
6 ounces sliced carrots
6 ounces chopped celery
5 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried thyme, or more to taste
1 bay leaf

Steps:

Combine water, ham, tomatoes, lentils, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, pepper, salt, thyme, and bay leaf in a slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW until lentils and vegetables are as soft as you like, 6 to 8 hours. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 11.8 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 736.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CURRIED LENTIL SOUP

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Curry gives a different taste sensation to this chili-like soup. It's delicious with a dollop of sour cream. My family welcomes it with open arms-and watering mouths. -Christina Till, South Haven, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 8h15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
3 medium carrots, thinly sliced
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 large onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
4 teaspoons curry powder
2 bay leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 teaspoons salt

Steps:

In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until vegetables and lentils are tender. Stir in salt. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CROCK POT CURRIED LENTIL-LEEK SOUP

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Make and share this Crock Pot Curried Lentil-Leek Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories Lentil

Time 7h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3/4 cup dry lentils
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 leek, thinly sliced
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth or 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans vegetable broth

Steps:

Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 6 1/2 to 7 hours or until lentils are tender
Serve. For Vegetarian use vegetable broth.

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked lentils instead of dried lentils.
If you don't have curry powder, you can substitute a mixture of ground cumin, coriander, and turmeric.
Add more or less cayenne pepper to taste, depending on how spicy you like your soup.
If you want a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup until smooth and then stir it back into the pot.
Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and a side of naan bread or rice.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker curried lentil soup is a delicious, hearty, and healthy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of lentils, vegetables, and spices, this soup is a great way to get your daily dose of protein, fiber, and vitamins. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this slow cooker curried lentil soup a try.