Simple and delicious Vegetarian Lentil Chili you make in the crock pot. With just 101 calories and Zero WW Points per serving, it's the ideal guilt-free meal.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time6 hourshrs
Total Time6 hourshrs20 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy lentil chili, meatless chili, slow cooker lentil chili
4 clovesgarlic, minced (I used 1 teaspoon jarred instead)
2tablespoonschili powder (or to taste)
2teaspoons ground cumin
2teaspoonsdried oregano
6cupswater
2cupsbrown lentils, picked over, rinsed and drained
14ouncescanned diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1teaspoon salt
Chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish, optional
Instructions
Ideal Slow Cooker Size: 4- to 6-Quart.
Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW until the lentils and vegetables are tender, 6 to 8 hours.
Serve garnished with lime and chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Serving size: 1-1/4 cupsWW Points: 0Check the WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app. (Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)3PointsPlus (Old plan)Variations
Add beans – Stir in black beans, kidney beans, or pinto beans for variety.
Spice it up – Add a chopped jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne.
Try different spices – Smoked paprika adds a nice depth of flavor.
Vegetable boost – Corn, zucchini, or spinach would work well here.