Wholesome Vegetarian Slow Cooker Stews & Soups

Wholesome Vegetarian Slow Cooker Stews & Soups Ingredients: - 1 cup dried lentils (rinsed) - 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes - 1 medium onion, chopped - 2 carrots, sliced - 2 celery stalks, chopped - 1 zucchini, chopped - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 4 cups vegetable broth - 1 teaspoon dried thyme - 1 teaspoon dried oregano - ½ teaspoon ground cumin - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika - Salt and pepper, to taste - 1 bay leaf - 1 tablespoon olive oil - Fresh parsley (optional)