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Slow Cooker Lentil Stew

This lentil stew is full of wholesome vegetables and provides protein and fiber. Although it cooks for several hours in a slow cooker, the "hands on" preparation time is low.

bowl of lentil stew

Makes: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 teaspoons salt (optional)
  • 1 cup carrot, chopped
  • 2 cups kale, chopped
  • 2 cups Swiss chard, chopped
  • 2 cups dried lentils
  • 8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or stock)
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) low-sodium chopped tomatoes
  • 8 teaspoons plain yogurt (optional)

Directions

  1. Heat a saucepan to medium heat and add oil. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Combine onion and garlic with the rest of the ingredients in a slow cooker.
  3. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  4. Spoon lentil stew into bowls to serve and top with a dollop of plain yogurt, if desired.

Recipe from: Del Norte (California) Department of Health and Human Services and University of Kentucky Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), adapted by the USDA Food and Nutrition Administration.