Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. Seems as though so many of us are being hit hard with the realities of winter. I still try to get outside for runs and/or walks on cold days but when I come inside, I am craving something warm and cozy. Last week, I came up with this easy Crockpot Creamy Lentil Soup and let me tell you, it will warm you on the coldest of days.
Crockpot Creamy Lentil Soup
In my opinion, crockpot recipes are the best in the coldest days of winter. This Creamy Lentil Soup is one of those set it and forget recipes. Nothing like coming in and knowing there is a warm and cozy bowl of goodness waiting for you. This bowl of creamy goodness gets its “creamy” texture from pureed chick peas instead any cream so it’s completely vegan.
Full of iron rich lentils and chick peas, this Creamy Lentil Soup is a great source of plant based protein. I’ve also added some kale to get you a nice dose of vitamin K, fiber, folate and magnesium. I get that everyone does not love kale. Slow cooking it softens it up quite a bit however, Swiss Chard would work just as well as an alternative. Filling and hearty enough for lunch or dinner. Grab a piece of crusty bread and dip it right in.
I was messing around with the spices a bit trying to figure out what was missing. Turns out a splash of Liquid smoke did the trick and gave a nice smokey flavor. Thanks to my hubs for that idea! This Creamy Lentil Soup also freezes really well or later usage. Enjoy some today and then freeze some in individual containers for later. Win Win.
Crockpot Creamy Lentil Soup Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 Cup of dry uncooked lentils
- 4 Cups reduced sodium vegetable broth
- 1 C water
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 C chopped carrots
- 1 15 oz can of diced tomatoes
- 3 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp thyme
- 3-4 garlic cloves crushed
- 2 C chopped kale
- 1 15 oz can of chick peas
- splash of red wine vinegar
- 1-2 drops of liquid smoke
Instructions
- In crockpot add:
- lentils, broth, tomatoes, onions, carrots, all spices and vinegar
- set to high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours
- In a blender, combine chick peas with a scoop of soup from crockpot
- blend and then return to crockpot, add kale
- cook for another 30 min on low and serve
It’s cold out there! Warm soup helps-stay warm friends.
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I’ve never had lentil soup but this looks simple enough to make!
Could not be easier hope you give it a try
Soup is just the thing right now! This looks filling and warming!
It sure is soup season! Stay warm
I love the crockpot! Especially for warm winter meals like this!
The crockpot is surely my friend in the winter time
I cannot get enough of soup lately! This looks like a good hearty one.
I am all about soup right now too. This is an easy one
Sounds delicious! I am definitely craving hearty soups and stews with the cold weather we’re having :). Great idea to use the puréed chickpeas for creaminess.
It’s been crazy cold for us huh?! Hope you try it out
I definitely will try this out <3
Thanks so much!
Yup, Winter has definitely arrived!
I love that this recipe looks so hearty and filling but doesn’t have any meat!
You won’t even miss the meat in this one!
I love a good lentil soup! Perfect for these cold days.
It sure is! Stay warm out there
Soup is perfect for winter Mondays. Warm, and easy.
Thanks so much!
I’ve been loving lentil soup lately! Yum!
I have too been eating lots of soups!
I am all for soups this time of year–love that you can make this in a crockpot!
Yes it’s so easy with the crock pot
I love lentil soup! I have never been able to make a decent version, but I love the addition of blended chick peas.
Now I want this!
The chick peas give a nice texture
What a yummy dish! Another great way to use lentils 🙂
Thanks so much!
This sounds really great. What else do you use liquid smoke for?
I have not used liquid smoke before myself but I know my hubs had in some ham recipes I believe
Pureed chick peas, what a genius idea! This soup looks like it full of all kinds of comfort, especially on such a cold day (still sub-ZERO with the psychotic wind here).
I know crazy cold here too but going to try to get out there tomorrow
Looks hearty and delicious Deb!
Thanks so much and thanks for linking up with us
I just want to snuggle up with a bowl!
I haven’t had lentils or beans much for awhile because they haven’t been agreeing with me since getting pregnant but needing protein think I might give this a try.
It’s funny how our body preferences change so much while pregnant. I hope the soup works out for you!
This looks so warm and delicious! I love lentils and using chickpeas to thicken the soup and make it creamier is brilliant! Pulling out my crockpot!
Yay finally!! 🙂
This sounds yummy! I just love chick peas and it’s awesome you can use them to create the creamy consistency to this soup!
Yes you can-I also do the same with my tomato soups
That sounds really good! We’ve recently given up eating meat and I’m always on the look out for creative meals to try, I especially love anything with lentils because they’re so warming and filling!
I agree lentils are a great place to start! Welcome to the meat free life 🙂
I just love a good crockpot soup! Thanks for sharing!
I love soup during this season. Lentil soup is definitely one of my favorites!
Mine too! stay warm
Oh wow! This soup is full of everything I love. It’s loaded with veggies and it’s vegan… yumm. Since I’m all into winterish soups lately, this recipe definitely goes on my list to make this week.
Fabulous news I really hope you enjoy it!