Crockpot Spiced Pumpkin Lentil Stew

Crockpot Spiced Pumpkin Lentil Stew

A hearty and warming stew with the earthy flavors of lentils, spiced pumpkin, and aromatic spices, perfect for cozy evenings.

Servings: 6 | Cook Time: 360 minutes

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 375 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried green or brown lentils
• 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves

Instructions

1. Prepare Lentils: Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot, add lentils, pumpkin puree, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, and vegetable broth.
3. Add Spices: Stir in cumin, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until lentils are tender.
5. Add Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach leaves and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
6. Serve: Ladle the stew into bowls and serve hot.

Tips

• Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
• Adjust spices to taste for more heat or sweetness.
• Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.