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Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Lentils

Easy Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Lentils for Cozy, Flavor-Packed Meals

This Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Lentils recipe brings comforting flavors and is perfect for effortless cooking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lentils Base
  • 1 cup Brown lentils Hearty texture, holds well in slow cooking.
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes Canned or fresh for bright flavor.
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth Adds richness.
For Flavor and Aroma
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves Add at the end for freshness.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor depth.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped to sweeten dish.
Seasonings and Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Earthy note.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional for heat.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse brown lentils under cold water until clear.
  2. In the slow cooker, add diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, onions, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir gently.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours (or high for 3–4 hours) until lentils are tender.
  4. Gently stir the mixture halfway through cooking.
  5. Add chopped basil leaves about 15 minutes before serving.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 360mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra fresh basil leaves. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. Freeze portions for up to 3 months.

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