Sausage Lentil Soup recipe
Is there anything better than a hearty soup in winter? If you’re craving a flavorful and nourishing soup, this Sausage Lentil Soup is just for you. Loaded with zucchini, carrots, celery, tomatoes, Italian sausage, and brown lentils, all simmered in a flavorful chicken broth (homemade if possible), this cozy soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. It’s a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, making it a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal throughout the cold-weather months.
Thanks to the sausage (you can use hot or sweet Italian sausages here) and vegetables, it’s brimming with flavor, and since it’s quite filling, all you need is a green salad (simple and effortless) and a good piece of crusty bread to complete the meal.
To make the Sausage Lentil Soup, you will need the following ingredients:
Steps to make Sausage Lentil Soup
- 1
Cook sausage
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown 1 pound sausage, crumbling it into bite-sized pieces with a wooden spoon or a spatula.
- 2
Add garlic
1
Add in 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Combine ingredients
2
In a large Dutch oven, add the cooked sausage and garlic, 1 diced onion, 1 chopped stalk celery, 2 chopped carrots, 1 chopped zucchini, 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 29 ounces diced tomatoes, 2 cups dry brown lentils, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 2 teaspoons ground black pepper and stir to combine.
- 4
Simmer
1h
Bring to a simmer, then cover with a lid and cook for about 1 hour or until the lentils are tender. If the soup is too thick, add some water to thin it out to the desired consistency.
- 5
Serve
Divide the soup between bowls and serve hot, sprinkled with freshly shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if you wish.
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