Vegetable Lentil Soup

Here's a hearty, flavorful soup perfect for vegetable lovers and anyone watching their weight.

Ingredients

• 3 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
• 1 cup chopped carrot
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cups frozen cut green beans (around 8 ounces)

Directions

1. Add butternut squash, carrots, onions, lentils, seasonings, and broth to a 5-quart slow cooker. Cook on low heat for 4 hours, until lentils are soft.
2. Mix in tomatoes and green beans. Cook on high for 30 minutes. Serve.