HEALTHY SAUSAGE LENTIL SOUP

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Suzanne Dabkowski of Blythewood, South Carolina found this good-for-you recipe in a men's magazine and lightened it up. "I ate a lot of it when I was pregnant because it's so tasty and loaded with fiber, vitamins and iron." It also makes good use of low-sodium and low-fat ingredients.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/4 pound reduced-fat smoked sausage, halved and thinly sliced
1 medium carrot, halved and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup water
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup chopped fresh spinach

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook and stir onion and celery over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add the sausage, carrot and garlic; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until onion is tender. , Stir in the broth, water, lentils, oregano, cumin and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until lentils and vegetables are tender. , Stir in the tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce and spinach; cook until heated through and spinach is wilted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 639mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Faryan Ahmed Sajib
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover sausage. It's easy to make and flavorful, and it's a great meal for a cold winter day.


Angela Jones
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soup was thick and flavorful, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a delicious meal.


Mala Das
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make, flavorful, and filling. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


Gordon Cole
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This soup is delicious! The sausage and lentils are a great combination, and the soup is flavorful and filling. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is easy.


Isaac Agyei
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This is a great soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and the lentils add a nice, hearty texture. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


shoaib islam
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soup was thick and flavorful, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a delicious meal.


Malik Affaq
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make, flavorful, and filling. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


Alana Butler
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This soup is delicious! The sausage and lentils are a great combination, and the soup is flavorful and filling. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is easy.


Devlyn Gray
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This is a great soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and the lentils add a nice, hearty texture. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


Emiljan Kolaj
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soup was thick and flavorful, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a delicious meal.


Augustine Chalwes
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This soup is so good! It's hearty and flavorful, and the lentils add a nice touch. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


Md Raje
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the lentils gave it a nice, hearty texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


James Harvatin
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The soup is flavorful and filling, and it's a great way to use up leftover sausage.


Ibrarahmad Ibrarahmad
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This soup is amazing! I love the smoky flavor of the sausage and the lentils add a nice texture. It's a hearty and satisfying soup that's perfect for a cold day.


Angel Matimu
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The soup was thick and flavorful, and the lentils were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit with my family.


Dineo Ramahali
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love the combination of sausage and lentils. It's a hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a cold winter day.


John Rapheal
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I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious this soup was. The lentils add a nice heartiness, and the sausage gives it a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


AHMAD ESHAN
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This sausage and lentil soup is a keeper! It's packed with flavor and so easy to make. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.