Slow Cooker Lentil Chilli

1 cup

Dry Red Lentils (rinsed, uncooked)

1

Yellow Onion (medium, diced)

1

Red Bell Pepper (chopped)

1

Carrot (chopped)

3

Garlic (cloves, minced)

1 tbsp

Chili Powder

1 tsp

Cumin

1 tsp

Smoked Paprika

3 1/2 cups

Diced Tomatoes (from the can with juices)

2 tbsps

Tomato Paste

2 cups

Organic Vegetable Broth

Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)

1 3/4 cups

Red Kidney Beans (from the can, drained and rinsed)

1

Avocado (optional, sliced)

1/4 cup

Cilantro (optional, chopped)