Carrabba's Sausage and Lentil Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and comforting Carrabba’s Sausage and Lentil Soup, a flavorful one-pot meal that combines the robust taste of Italian sausage with the wholesome goodness of lentils and fresh vegetables. This easy-to-make recipe features a savory broth infused with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, along with the rich depth of crushed tomatoes. The mild heat of red pepper flakes (optional) adds a subtle kick, making it customizable to your spice preference. Perfect for chilly evenings, this protein-packed soup is not only satisfying but also comes together in under an hour, making it a great option for weeknight dinners. Garnished with fragrant parsley for a fresh finish, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) Crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup Dried lentils, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, rinsed lentils, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring the soup to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3380.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1904.1

Total Fat 113.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 266.8mg	0%
Sodium 9122.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.4g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 113.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 590.0mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 5923.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 25.0%