Description
This hearty Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Lasagna Soup brings all the comforting flavors of a classic Italian lasagna into a simple, mess-free, one-pot meal. Combining fiber-rich lentils, aromatic vegetables, and tender pasta in a savory tomato-based broth, this soup is perfect for busy weeknights. It is a wholesome, budget-friendly dish that is easy to prepare and even better the next day, making it a fantastic staple for family meals.
Ingredients
1 cup dried brown or green lentils, rinsed
1 cup yellow onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
14.5 ounces tomato sauce
14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
4 cups low-sodium vegetable stock
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 tablespoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into bite-sized pieces
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for garnish)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
In a slow cooker, combine the rinsed lentils, diced onion, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, vegetable stock, dried basil, dried parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients.
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the lentils are tender.
Stir in the broken lasagna noodles during the last 30 to 45 minutes of cooking time, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
Once the noodles are tender, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Ladle into bowls and serve topped with shredded mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If the soup thickens too much upon refrigeration, add a splash of vegetable stock when reheating on the stove. You can swap the mozzarella for a vegan cheese alternative to keep it fully dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 420
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 10mg