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Ingredients
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1 ½ cups black lentils
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2 quarts vegetable broth
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3 cups diced tomatoes
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10 carrots, peeled and diced
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1 onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
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2 small turnips, peeled and diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons minced ginger
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon ground coriander
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
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salt to taste
Directions
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Place black lentils in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with 4 cups water. Microwave until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir and add more water if needed. Microwave for 5 minutes more. Drain and rinse.
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Combine vegetable broth, tomatoes, carrots, onion, turnips, green bell pepper, butter, ginger, garlic, coriander, cumin, and salt in a large slow cooker. Stir in lentils.
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Cook on High until carrots are tender, 4 to 6 hours.
Cook's Note:
Substitute chicken broth for the vegetable broth if desired.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
145 | Calories |
7g | Fat |
17g | Carbs |
3g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 145 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 7g | 8% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 19% |
Cholesterol 15mg | 5% |
Sodium 846mg | 37% |
Total Carbohydrate 17g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 14% |
Total Sugars 10g | |
Protein 3g | 7% |
Vitamin C 32mg | 36% |
Calcium 90mg | 7% |
Iron 4mg | 19% |
Potassium 295mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.