Slow Cooker Lentil Rice Soup

I know a busy schedule is just the way of life nowadays, so here is a quick slow cooker soup that's super easy and yummy too! Rice, lentils and mixed veggies seasoned with garlic, salt and pepper.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 7 hr
• Total Time: 7 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 261 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ cup chopped celery
• ½ onion, chopped
• 8 cups water
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 cups dry lentils
• 2 cups uncooked long grain brown rice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place the lentils, rice, carrots, celery, onion, water, broth, garlic powder, ground black pepper and salt in a slow cooker.

Step 2

Cover and cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours. Stir in the mushrooms 1 hour before serving.