Sausage, Spinach and Lentil Soup
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp . coconut oil or olive oil
- 1.25 lbs . bulk hot italian chicken sausage (if using links, remove from casing)
- 1 large white onion , diced
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 2 large garlic cloves , minced
- 3/4 cup sprouted lentils
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 3 cups chopped baby spinach
- Salt to taste
- Optional Topping:
- diced fresh avocado
Instructions
- Heat one tablespoon of coconut oil (or olive oil) in a large pot over medium high heat. Add the chicken sausage and begin breaking it up as it browns. Add the onions and celery and cook to soften, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the lentils and chicken stock and stir. Bring to a boil, then turn down to low and let simmer for about 15 minutes. Add the baby spinach, stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes more. Check seasonings and and adjust if needed. Place into bowls, top with diced avocado and serve.
Notes
Because sausage can already be salty, you may not need to add extra salt. Wait until the soup is finished, then check and adjust if necessary.