Crock Pot Lentil and Ham Soup
Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Crock Pot Lentil and Ham Soup, a soul-warming blend of tender lentils, savory diced ham, and vibrant vegetables slow-cooked to perfection. This easy-to-make recipe combines wholesome ingredients like earthy garlic, sweet carrots, creamy potatoes, and tangy canned tomatoes, all simmered together in a flavorful chicken broth seasoned with thyme and a bay leaf. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your crock pot takes over, delivering a protein-packed, nutrient-rich meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying, comforting dinner that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas, all while being naturally gluten-free and utterly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried lentils
- 2 cups Cooked ham, diced
- 2 medium Carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 1 14.5 oz can Diced tomatoes, canned (undrained)
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the lentils thoroughly under cold water and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot.
Add the rinsed lentils, diced ham, diced potatoes, chicken broth, canned diced tomatoes (with juices), bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot.
Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible to ensure even cooking.
After cooking time is complete, remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or a side of crusty bread if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 275 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 11927 mg | 519% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.7 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 73.8 g | 264% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.1 g | ||
| Protein | 182.4 g | 365% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 7017 mg | 149% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
