Lentils With Andouille Sausage Recipe

Name: Lentils With Andouille Sausage Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 whole andouille sausages, pricked all over with a toothpick or cake tester (about 1 pound, see note); 1 large carrot, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 celery stalk, finely diced (about 1 cup); 1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, minced (optional, about 2 tablespoons); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup dried green lentils; 3 1/2 cups low-sodium homemade or canned chicken broth; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon; Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional); 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

Servings: persons

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
4 whole andouille sausages, pricked all over with a toothpick or cake tester (about 1 pound, see note)
1 large carrot, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 celery stalk, finely diced (about 1 cup)
1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 serrano or jalapeno pepper, minced (optional, about 2 tablespoons)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup dried green lentils
3 1/2 cups low-sodium homemade or canned chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

1
Heat 1/2 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the sausages and cook until browned on all sides, about 4 minutes. Set aside.
2
Add the remaining olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the carrots, celery, onion, chili pepper, and a generous pinch of salt. Stir until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the lentils and the broth, stirring to combine. Lower the heat to bring to a simmer, then partially cover, and allow to cook until lentils are beginning to softe, about 15 minutes. uncover, add sausages, and continue to cook, stirring lentils and flipping sausages occasionally until fully cooked.
3
Stir in the lemon juice and parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle lentils into four serving bowls and top each with a sausage (slice sausage first if desired). Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 whole andouille sausages, pricked all over with a toothpick or cake tester (about 1 pound, see note), 1 large carrot, peeled and diced (about 1 1/2 cups), 1 celery stalk, finely diced (about 1 cup), and more.

Yes, Lentils With Andouille Sausage Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!