Sausage & Red Lentil Power Pot

Sausage & Red Lentil Power Pot

Why this is peri-perfect… This rich, sausage power pot delivers 30g of protein a serve to support muscle, metabolism, and feeling satisfied at a stage when we naturally need more, while the fibre from red lentils and tomatoes slows digestion and steadies blood sugar, helping reduce energy crashes and cravings. The combination of high-quality protein, slow carbs, and gut-supportive fibre makes this a deeply satisfying, hormone-friendly, peri-perfect, mid-week meal.

Ingredients: 4 serves

4 chicken & chive sausages (about 400g total)
1 large brown onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic (optional but lovely)
¾ cup dry red lentils (about 150g), rinsed
1 x 400g tin tomatoes
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 cups chicken stock
1–2 cups water (as needed)
Olive oil spray or 1 tsp olive oil
Salt, pepper
Topping: chilli flakes, smoked paprika, fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Sauté the base
   Heat a large pot over medium. Add olive oil and diced onion with a pinch of salt. Cook 5–7 minutes until soft and lightly golden

2. Brown the sausages
   Slice sausages into chunky rounds. Add to the pot and cook until browned and slightly caramelised. This builds flavour.

3. Add the body
   Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute to deepen flavour.

4. Add lentils + liquids
   Add red lentils, tinned tomatoes, chicken stock, and 1 cup water. Stir well.

5. Simmer
   Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to low. Simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lentils are soft and the pot is thick and rich. Add extra water if needed.

6. Season + finish
   Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and scatter on chilli and parsley.

Per serve: 400 calories, 30g protein