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Lentil Soup

Cozy Lentil Soup with Kielbasa for a Heartwarming Meal

Delicious Lentil Soup with Kielbasa, a perfect gluten-free comfort dish that's easy to prepare and nourishing for chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil.
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced; other root vegetables may also be used.
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; shallots can be a milder alternative.
For the Soup
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Omit for a milder soup.
  • 1 cup Dried Red Lentils Can substitute with yellow or brown lentils.
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
  • 14 ounces Kielbasa Any smoked sausage can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Herbs Fresh herbs can enhance flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Lime juice can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Coat a 6-quart crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
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  2. In a skillet, add olive oil and let it heat. Sauté carrots and onions for 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic for another 20 seconds.
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  3. Transfer sautéed vegetables to the crockpot, add lentils and broth, then kielbasa. Mix well.
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  4. Cover and cook on low for approximately 5.5 hours or simmer on stovetop for 35-40 minutes until lentils are tender.
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  5. Stir in Italian herbs and lemon juice, and adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
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  6. Ladle into bowls and serve warm, preferably with crusty bread.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the crockpot enhances flavors. Use dried red lentils for best texture.

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