Warm Lentil Salad With Sausage & Apple Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

This warm lentil salad with sausage and apple is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the earthy taste of lentils with the savory goodness of sausage and the sweetness of apple. The lentils are cooked until tender and then tossed with cooked sausage, sautéed onions, and diced apple. The salad is dressed with a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. It's a satisfying and nutritious meal that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish.

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Ingredients for Warm Lentil Salad With Sausage & Apple Recipe

  • 1/4 cup Dried Lentils
  • 1 Sausages
  • 1/4 Onion, Diced
  • 1/4 Apple, Diced
  • 3/4 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Warm Lentil Salad With Sausage & Apple Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.In a large pot, cook the lentils according to package instructions until tender.
  • STEP 2.In a separate pan, cook the sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  • STEP 3.In the same pan, sauté the onions until softened and slightly caramelized.
  • STEP 4.In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, cooked sausage, sautéed onions, and diced apple.
  • STEP 5.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
  • STEP 6.Pour the vinaigrette over the lentil mixture and toss to coat.
  • STEP 7.Serve the warm lentil salad immediately as a main course or as a side dish.

Cooking Tips

  • You can use any type of sausage you prefer, such as Italian sausage or smoked sausage.
  • For added flavor, you can cook the lentils in vegetable or chicken broth instead of water.
  • If you prefer a sweeter salad, you can add a drizzle of honey to the vinaigrette.

Storage and Serving

  • This warm lentil salad is best served immediately while still warm.
  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, simply microwave the salad until warmed through or heat it in a pan on the stovetop.
Nutrition
value
176
calories per serving
14 g Fat< 1 g Protein10 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    14g
  • Protein
    < 1g
  • Carbs
    10g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    10g
  • Protein
    < 1g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    14g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    44mg
  • Iron
    1mg
  • Vitamin A
    351mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    19mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    9mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    23mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    38mg
  • Selenium
    2mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp