Bacon adds a smoky, salty flavor to this easy and delicious slow cooker lentil soup full of veggies, protein and fiber.
Everyday life as a busy work-at-home mother of two busy teens practically beg for easy and delicious slow cooker recipes. To give you the energy to keep up, my Slow Cooker Lentil Soup with Bacon will give you a hefty dose of much-needed protein, fiber, and nutrients. The best part? The slow cooker does all of the work so that you can focus on other things!
Ingredients
- Lentils: You could use any color lentil, but I usually use green or brown lentils.
- Bacon: Adds savory flavor and protein.
- Veggies: A mirepoix of celery, carrots, and onion along with canned diced tomatoes add heartiness to the stew, I like to use fire roasted tomatoes for an extra depth of flavor.
- Spices: Smoked paprika, chili flakes, and fresh garlic help season and give flavor to this soup.
How to Make Slow Cooker Lentil Soup with Bacon
Step 1. Start by cooking your bacon strips in a pan, broken into small pieces.
Step 2. Then cut your carrots, onion, and celery and add them to your slow cooker.
Step 3. Then add the lentils and cooked bacon, and spices to the slow cooker, along with the chicken broth.
Step 4. Stir it all together, then cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4.
When finished, serve topped with fresh parsley and enjoy your Slow Cooker Lentil Soup with Bacon!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! You don’t need to precook anything before putting it in a slow cooker, they’re designed to cook raw food safely.
Lentils are small, with thin skins, so they’ll cook just fine without being soaked first.
Like all things, you should eat in moderation, but lentils are a great source of fiber, protein, and iron.
More Slow Cooker Recipes
- Slow Cooker Boston Baked Beans
- Slow Cooker Whole Chicken
- Slow Cooker Chicken Curry
- Slow Cooker Shredded Beef
- Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
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Slow Cooker Lentil Soup with Bacon
Ingredients
Equipment
Instructions
- In a frying pan over medium-high heat, cook bacon slices until brown and crispy then remove from pan and set on a plate lined with paper towel to drain.
- Add all ingredients including the cooked bacon to the slow cooker and heat on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.
- Serve with fresh chopped parsley.
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