Slow Cooker Lentil Nacho Dip Recipe
Cook Time: 120 minutes
Ingredients
This recipe yields 6 servings. Quantities are based on the original recipe and automatically adjust if scaled. Cooking times remain the same regardless of portion size.
- pound ground beef
- 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
- 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- cup salsa
- 1 (16 ounce) package Cheddar cheese, cubed
Directions
Follow these steps for a hearty, flavorful stew:
- Place the ground beef at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add the rinsed green lentils on top of the beef.
- Layer the drained kidney beans evenly over the lentils.
- Pour the salsa over the beans, spreading it evenly.
- Top the mixture with cubed Cheddar cheese.
- Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 6 hours, or on High for 2 to 4 hours, until the lentils are tender and the flavors are well combined.
Cook's Notes
- For a vegetarian version, simply omit the beef.
- Choose any salsa variety you prefer for different flavor profiles.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 584
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 113mg
- Sodium: 789mg
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Dietary Fiber: 15g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Vitamin C: 2mg
- Calcium: 590mg
- Iron: 5mg
- Potassium: 560mg
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Individual values may vary. Nutrient information is based on available data; consult a dietitian for medical dietary guidance.