Crock Pot Split Pea and Lentil Soup
Warm your soul with this hearty Crock Pot Split Pea and Lentil Soup, a comforting and nutrient-packed recipe perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This vegan-friendly dish combines green split peas and protein-rich lentils with aromatic veggies like carrots, celery, and onion, all slow-cooked to perfection in a flavorful blend of vegetable broth, earthy thyme, and a hint of smoky paprika. With just 15 minutes of prep and the magic of your slow cooker, this wholesome soup develops a thick, velvety texture and rich, savory taste over 8 hours of gentle simmering. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve it as a satisfying main course or alongside crusty bread for a cozy, well-rounded meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Green split peas
- 1 cup Brown or green lentils
- 3 medium Carrots, diced
- 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 cups Water
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the split peas and lentils under cold water and set them aside.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot.
Add the rinsed split peas and lentils to the crock pot.
Pour in the vegetable broth and water.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on low for 8 hours, or until the peas and lentils are tender and the soup has thickened.
Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.6 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 926 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 750 mg | 16% | |
*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.
