Name: Slow Cooker Coconut Lentil Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 h
Total time: 8 h 15 min
Ingredients: 1.5 cups dried brown lentils (or green); 1 cup diced onion (from ½ large onion); 3 large carrots, peeled and diced (about 1.5 cups); 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger (or ginger paste); 4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes; 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 13.5 oz can full-fat coconut milk (unsweetened); 6 cups vegetable broth; Juice of 1 lime (optional, for serving)

Description

Slow Cooker Coconut Lentil Soup is a creamy, comforting vegan soup made with hearty lentils, coconut milk, and warming spices—perfect for cozy nights or easy meal prep.

Ingredients

1.5 cups dried brown lentils (or green)
1 cup diced onion (from ½ large onion)
3 large carrots, peeled and diced (about 1.5 cups)
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger (or ginger paste)
4 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
13.5 oz can full-fat coconut milk (unsweetened)
6 cups vegetable broth
Juice of 1 lime (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Rinse lentils thoroughly and prepare all vegetables.
Add lentils, onion, carrots, garlic, ginger, cumin, and salt to slow cooker.
Pour in both cans of tomatoes, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours until lentils are soft.
Stir well, add lime juice if using, and serve hot.

Notes

Add greens like spinach or kale in the last 30 minutes for extra nutrients.
Adjust seasoning and consistency with extra broth or a pinch of cayenne.
Soup thickens as it sits—add water or broth when reheating.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours