Best 9 Lentil Stew With Sausage Cajun Style Recipes

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Are you craving a delectable and flavorful dish that combines the hearty goodness of lentils with the spicy kick of Cajun sausage? Look no further than our guide to creating the ultimate lentil stew with sausage Cajun style. This tantalizing stew is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will leave your taste buds dancing and your belly satisfied. With its hearty lentils, succulent sausage, vibrant spices, and aromatic vegetables, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE LENTIL STEW



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This hearty stew is brimming with protein-packed lentils, vegetables and tasty turkey kielbasa. It's big on flavor but easy on the budget. - Patti St. Antoine, Broomfield, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound fully cooked turkey kielbasa, thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons canola oil
3 cups water
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the kielbasa, carrots, celery, onion and garlic in oil until vegetables are almost tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the water, potatoes, broth, lentils, salt, cumin and cayenne; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and chiles; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LENTIL STEW WITH SAUSAGE



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From Safeway Brand Lentils package: "Our tasters gave four-stars to this nutritious and easy to prepare entree. Smokey sausage, lots of spices and fresh greens give it wonderful flavor". I have made this stew a couple of times, each to success. I usually use what I have in the pantry, so it never - comes out exactly the same. I am posting the recipe as written - make adjustments for your own preferences.

Provided by NELady

Categories     Stew

Time 50m

Yield 8 Bowls, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 onions, chopped (about 2 cups)
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 carrots, coarsely chopped
1 lb smoked beef sausage, sliced
1 lb lentils, rinsed and drained
4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 lb fresh kale, stems trimmed, leaves choppped (about 8 cups, Could use spinach)

Steps:

  • In a 6 to 8 quart pot of Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Saute onions, garlic and carrots until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Add sausage, lentils, broth, sage, thyme, pepper and salt.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until lentils are barely tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in kale or spinach.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  • Ladle soup into soup bowls.

LENTIL STEW WITH SAUSAGE CAJUN STYLE



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Stew     Healthy

Yield 4 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 35m | Total Time: 35m
Ingredients
4 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon curry powder
4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 bay leaf
2 cups brown lentils, picked over and rinsed
10 small red-skinned potatoes, quartered
1/2 pound turkey kielbasa, diced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 small bunch arugula or watercress, tough stems removed; coarsely chopped
kosher salt and black pepper
1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese

Steps:

  • Directions Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and curry powder and cook, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant. Add the broth, bay leaf, and lentils and bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the potatoes, cover, and cook until the potatoes and lentils are tender but not mushy, about 10 to 15 minutes. Meanwhile, place the kielbasa in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown on both sides. Set aside and keep warm. When the stew is cooked, stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, lemon juice, arugula, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper. Divide the stew among bowls and top each with the kielbasa and Feta.

SPICY-SAUSAGE AND LENTIL STEW WITH ESCAROLE SALAD



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A classic flavor pairing: lentils and greens together with spicy sausage meat make for a hearty stew.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
12 ounces spicy Italian sausage, removed from casing
2 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped (3/4 cup)
1 small onion, chopped (1 cup)
4 cloves garlic, minced (2 tablespoons)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup brown lentils, rinsed and drained
1 small head escarole, thinly sliced (5 cups)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add sausage, carrots, onion, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up sausage into bite-size pieces, until meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste; cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add broth, 3 cups water, and lentils. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss escarole with lemon juice and remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Top stew with escarole salad, drizzle with more oil, and serve.

FRENCH-LENTIL AND SAUSAGE STEW



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A thick stew made with Le Puy lentils and kielbasa makes ahearty, no-fuss meal. Its aroma, reminiscent of French country cooking, comes from a blend of bay leaf and rosemary.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound kielbasa, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
7 garlic cloves, chopped
3 1/2 cups Le Puy lentils (about 2 pounds), rinsed and picked over
2 cups homemade or low-sodium store-bought chicken stock
1 dried bay leaf
3 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Brown sausage, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to pan; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the lentils, stock, 3 1/2 cups water, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon rosemary, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt. Bring stew to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until lentils are just tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Return sausage to the pan; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in remaining 2 teaspoons rosemary. Season stew with salt and pepper.

CAJUN LENTIL STEW



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Louisiana-style chili. Does it get chilly in Louisiana? Spice this one up with some red pepper if you want to. You know I like dat.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Stew

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups water
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup brown lentils
1 (15 ounce) can tomatoes
1/3 cup dry red wine
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/8 teaspoon pepper (to taste)
2 cups chopped zucchini

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in oil until tender.
  • Add water and bay leaf; bring to a boil.
  • Stir in lentils and return to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes, breaking them up; add wine, tomato paste, sugar, basil, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Bring stew to a boil; then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes; add zucchini and simmer 15 minutes more.
  • Discard bay leaf before serving.
  • Serve over grilled slices of polenta or steamed brown rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.4, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 257.4, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 10.4, Sugar 8.8, Protein 8.9

LENTIL SOUP WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Herb     Pork     Vegetable     Mardi Gras     Back to School     Dinner     Lunch     Sausage     Lentil     Fall     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 1/2 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
4 1/2 cups beef stock or canned broth
1 1/2 cups dried lentils
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup chopped celery
1/3 cup chopped carrot
1/3 cup chopped onion
6 ounces andouille sausage, halved lengthwise, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Creole seasoning

Steps:

  • Combine both stocks and lentils in large pot over high heat. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat medium skillet over medium heat. Add fennel; sauté until seeds are light golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove seeds from skillet.
  • Heat oil in same skillet over medium heat. Add celery, carrot and onion; sauté until onion is translucent and celery and carrot are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add toasted fennel seeds, sautéed vegetables, sausage, thyme and Creole seasoning to soup. Cover and simmer until lentils are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewarm over medium heat, stirring occasionally.)

LENTIL STEW WITH SMOKED SAUSAGE



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Simple to make and bursting with flavor, this one-pot lentil stew featuring smoked sausage, sweet potatoes, and beer is a great choice for dinner.

Provided by Karen Low

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups water
3 cups tomato juice
1 ½ cups dried lentils, rinsed and drained
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer
½ cup chopped onion
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
12 ounces smoked bratwurst, cut into chunks

Steps:

  • Combine water, tomato juice, lentils, beer, onion, carrot, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, pepper, and bay leaf in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in sweet potatoes and sausage. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472.1 calories, Carbohydrate 56.5 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 18.1 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 927.2 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

LENTIL & CHICKEN SAUSAGE STEW



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This hearty and healthy stew will warm your family right down to their toes! Serve with cornbread or rolls to soak up every last morsel. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links (3 ounces each), cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until lentils are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 803mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality Cajun sausage for the best flavor. Andouille or kielbasa are both good choices.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your liking. If you want a spicier stew, add more cayenne. If you prefer a milder stew, use less.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot instead. Just be sure to cover the pot tightly so that the stew can simmer properly.
  • Serve the stew over rice or with crusty bread for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

This lentil stew with sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of lentils, sausage, and Cajun spices creates a flavorful and hearty stew that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give this lentil stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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