If you’re looking for an easy, hands-off meal, these Crockpot Indian Spiced Lentils are a great option. Everything goes right into the crockpot, making it simple to prepare without much effort.

This recipe is warm, savory, and full of flavor using easy-to-find ingredients. It’s perfect served over rice or alongside naan for a satisfying meal.

Whether you’re cooking for a busy day or just want something simple and healthy, this is a recipe you can come back to again and again.

Crockpot Indian Spiced Lentils

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Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 2 cups dried lentils
• 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 3 cups diced onion
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Kosher salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon garam masala

Instructions

1. Add all the ingredients into the crockpot
except the garam masala. Stir to combine.
2. Cook on high for 2 to 2 ½ hours or until
the lentils are tender.
3. Stir in the garam masala at the end of
cooking.
4. Serve.

Notes

Adjust the seasonings to taste.
Serve over rice or with naan for a complete meal.
You can use regular or petite diced tomatoes.