Crock Pot Lentil Soup (Vegetarian) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 celery ribs, sliced (on the diagonal is pretty)
2 tbsp minced garlic cloves (or 3 cloves, finely chopped )
2 (1 lb) bags dried lentils, rinsed and sorted
2 lbs frozen vegetables ( i like the broccoli , cauliflower , and carrot blend)
4 cups broth ( i prefer vegetable)
2 (14 1/2 oz) cans diced tomatoes
1 tbsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)

Directions:

Heat oil in non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and celery; cook until crisp-tender (about 3-5 minutes). Add garlic and saute, being careful not to burn.
Combine this with remaining ingredients in a large Crock-Pot. Cook on Low 4 hours or on High 2 hours, or until lentils are tender.
Garnish with shredded mozzarella cheese and finely chopped roasted red peppers. You could also serve over or stir in your favorite pasta or rice.
NOTE: For more crisp-tender texture, add the frozen veggies during last 30-60 minutes of cooking time. My kids don't like the taste of celery, so I chop it very finely so that it disappears in the soup.
For Vegetarian you must use Vegetable Broth.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	288.34 Kcal (1207 kJ)
Calories from fat	34.69 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.85g	6%
Sodium	327.56mg	14%
Potassium	823.59mg	18%
Total Carbs	45.94g	15%
Sugars	1.99g	8%
Dietary Fiber	21.76g	87%
Protein	19.16g	38%
Vitamin C	10.5mg	17%
Iron	5.7mg	32%
Calcium	81.2mg	8%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	133.67 Kcal (560 kJ)
Calories from fat	16.08 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	1.79g	6%
Sodium	151.85mg	14%
Potassium	381.8mg	18%
Total Carbs	21.3g	15%
Sugars	0.92g	8%
Dietary Fiber	10.09g	87%
Protein	8.88g	38%
Vitamin C	4.9mg	17%
Iron	2.6mg	32%
Calcium	37.6mg	8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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