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

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

Kimberly Jennell
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend it!


MD Rajob Ali
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Julio Santiago
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I made this soup last night and it was delicious! The lentils were cooked perfectly and the curry flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


GS Computer
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Meh.


nitachu_
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The lentils are cooked perfectly and the curry flavor is spot-on. I like to add a bit of chopped cilantro and a dollop of yogurt on top when serving. Highly recommend!