Lentils with Smoked Sausage and Carrots

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Lentils with Smoked Sausage and Carrots—a soul-warming dish that's as nourishing as it is flavorful. This one-pot recipe features tender green or brown lentils simmered in a savory chicken or vegetable broth, complemented by smoked sausage, sweet carrots, and aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaf for an irresistible depth of flavor. A medley of sautéed onions, celery, and garlic adds a fragrant base, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a burst of freshness to the finished dish. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or meal prep, this comforting recipe is ready in under an hour and packed with protein, fiber, and wholesome ingredients. Serve it with crusty bread for an irresistible meal you'll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup green or brown lentils
• 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the rinsed lentils, bay leaf, thyme sprigs, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Return the sausage to the pot and cover with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs from the pot before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the lentils and sausage into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1888.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1420.1

Total Fat 95.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 160.1mg	0%
Sodium 7885.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.3g
Protein 55.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 317.6mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 2644.4mg	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: 60.5%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 23.8%