Vegan Butternut Squash and Lentil Stew in the Slow Cooker

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A delicious, nutritious stew that will delight vegans, vegetarians, or meat-eaters alike. Everything goes in the slow cooker, and you'll have a delicious meal 3 hours later.

Submitted by Heather
Updated on June 3, 2022
butternut squash stew
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash

  • 1 pound uncooked green lentils

  • 1 cup chopped onion

  • 1 cup chopped carrots

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage

  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon cumin

  • 3 cups water

  • 2 cups vegetable stock

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

  1. Turn a slow cooker on High.

  2. Combine butternut squash, lentils, onion, carrots, olive oil, sage, sea salt, ginger, garlic powder, and cumin in the slow cooker. Pour in water and stock. Stir gently to evenly distribute spices and vegetables.

  3. Cook on High until vegetables are cooked through and lentils are soft, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Serve warm.

Easy Cleanup

Try using a liner in your slow cooker for easier cleanup

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

325 Calories
4g Fat
58g Carbs
18g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 325
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Sodium 415mg 18%
Total Carbohydrate 58g 21%
Dietary Fiber 14g 51%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 18g 37%
Vitamin C 13mg 15%
Calcium 80mg 6%
Iron 9mg 48%
Potassium 951mg 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.