Slow-Cooker Lentil and Canadian Bacon Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Slow-Cooker Lentil and Canadian Bacon Soup
510 min.
8
282kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your heart with this delightful Slow-Cooker Lentil and Canadian Bacon Soup! Perfect for those chilly days when you crave something hearty yet healthy, this soup is a fantastic blend of flavors and nutrition. With a health score of 100, it’s not just delicious but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary needs.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the comforting aroma of lentils simmering with tender vegetables and savory Canadian bacon. This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare—just toss all the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic for 8 to 9 hours. The result? A rich, flavorful soup that serves up to 8 people, making it perfect for family dinners or meal prep for the week ahead.

Each bowl is packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, ensuring you feel satisfied and nourished. With only 282 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Whether you enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this soup is sure to become a staple in your home. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a bowl of goodness that warms both body and soul!

Ingredients

  • cups water 
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth reduced-sodium (from 32-oz carton)
  • medium carrots cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • medium potatoes peeled cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • medium stalk celery cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1/2 cup)
  • 16 oz lentils dried rinsed ()
  • oz canadian bacon sliced coarsely chopped

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until lentils are tender. Stir well before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories282kcal
Protein30.81%
Fat8.82%
Carbs60.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.4
Glycemic Load
8.26
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
24.59347830648%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.2mg
Apigenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.33mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.27mg
Gallocatechin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:281.91kcal
14.1%
Fat:2.79g
4.29%
Saturated Fat:0.77g
4.78%
Carbohydrates:42.96g
14.32%
Net Carbohydrates:24.35g
8.85%
Sugar:2.71g
3.01%
Cholesterol:10.63mg
3.54%
Sodium:394.4mg
17.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.93g
43.85%
Fiber:18.61g
74.43%
Folate:283.42µg
70.85%
Vitamin A:2605.18IU
52.1%
Vitamin B1:0.69mg
46.12%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.61%
Phosphorus:363.33mg
36.33%
Iron:4.97mg
27.62%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
25.79%
Potassium:894.29mg
25.55%
Vitamin B3:4.68mg
23.4%
Zinc:3.26mg
21.76%
Magnesium:85.02mg
21.25%
Copper:0.42mg
20.95%
Vitamin B5:1.47mg
14.71%
Selenium:10.19µg
14.56%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.43%
Vitamin C:9.93mg
12.04%
Vitamin K:6.96µg
6.63%
Calcium:55.04mg
5.5%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.1%
Vitamin D:0.6µg
3.97%
Vitamin E:0.44mg
2.95%