Description
Crock Pot Vegetarian Lentil Chili is a comforting, hearty dish that brings warmth to your kitchen with its rich aromas and vibrant flavors. This easy-to-make chili combines lentils, fresh vegetables, and a blend of spices that simmer together in your slow cooker, creating a cozy meal perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings. Packed with nutrients and endless customization options, it’s not just a dish; it’s an invitation to savor life’s simple pleasures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown or green lentils
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add bell peppers.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Transfer the sautéed vegetables into the crock pot. Add lentils, diced tomatoes (with juices), vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Stir all ingredients until well combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until lentils are tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg