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Chickpea Lentil Sausage

Savory Chickpea Lentil Sausage: A Flavorful Plant-Based Delight

This flavorful Chickpea Lentil Sausage recipe is a wholesome, plant-based option that packs a punch of nutrients and taste, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 sausages
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Plant-Based
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage Base
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas swap with canned for convenience
  • 1 cup cooked lentils opt for green or brown lentils
  • 1 cup rolled oats or breadcrumbs rolled oats provide a chewy texture
For Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika kick up the flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme for bold flavor
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley substitute with cilantro or green onions if needed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • food processor
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add one finely chopped onion and two minced garlic cloves, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. In a food processor, pulse 1 cup of cooked chickpeas and 1 cup of cooked lentils until they reach a coarse, grainy texture. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl.
  3. To the bowl with the chickpea and lentil mixture, add the sautéed onion and garlic, along with 1 cup of rolled oats or breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Mix well.
  4. Gradually add 3 to 4 tablespoons of water or vegetable broth, stirring until the mixture becomes sticky but not overly wet.
  5. Shape the mixture into sausages or logs, approximately 4 inches long.
  6. Place the shaped sausages in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to help firm them up.
  7. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Cook the sausages for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sausageCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Cooked sausages can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked or cooked sausages tightly wrapped for up to 3 months.

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