Foryoueats: The Best Detox Crockpot Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• For the crockpot:
• 2 cups butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
• 2 cups carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 2 cups potatoes (chopped)
• 2 cups celery (chopped)
• 1 cup green lentils
• 3/4 cup yellow split peas (or just use more lentils)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 5 cloves garlic (minced)
• 8–10 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons herbs de provence
• 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
• Add at the end:
• 2–3 cups kale (stems removed, chopped)
• 1 cup parsley (chopped)
• 1/2 cup olive oil – rosemary olive oil or other herb infused oil is delicious
• a swish of sherry, red wine vinegar, or lemon juice to add a nice tangy bite