Slow Cooker Beef Lentil Soup
Slow Cooker Beef Lentil Soup is a warming, hearty dish that combines tender beef, earthy lentils, and aromatic vegetables in a rich broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make soup offers comfort and nourishment with minimal prep time. Let your slow cooker work its magic as flavors meld together into a delicious meal that’s ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 cup brown or green lentils
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 oz can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Optionally, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the beef until browned on all sides.
- Place the beef (seared or raw) in the slow cooker along with lentils, veggies, garlic, tomatoes, broth, and spices.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the beef and return it to the pot; stir well.
- Serve hot and garnish with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg