Crock Pot Split Pea and Lentil Soup

Warm your soul with this hearty Crock Pot Split Pea and Lentil Soup, a comforting and nutrient-packed recipe perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This vegan-friendly dish combines green split peas and protein-rich lentils with aromatic veggies like carrots, celery, and onion, all slow-cooked to perfection in a flavorful blend of vegetable broth, earthy thyme, and a hint of smoky paprika. With just 15 minutes of prep and the magic of your slow cooker, this wholesome soup develops a thick, velvety texture and rich, savory taste over 8 hours of gentle simmering. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve it as a satisfying main course or alongside crusty bread for a cozy, well-rounded meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green split peas
• 1 cup Brown or green lentils
• 3 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 cups Water
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the split peas and lentils under cold water and set them aside.

Step 2

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion, carrots, celery, and garlic for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot.

Step 4

Add the rinsed split peas and lentils to the crock pot.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and water.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on low for 8 hours, or until the peas and lentils are tender and the soup has thickened.

Step 8

Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2740.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1755.1

Total Fat 28.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5994.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 95.7g	0%
Total Sugars 58.3g
Protein 99.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 561.3mg	0%
Iron 24.9mg	0%
Potassium 4541.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.1%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 63.8%