Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili
Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili balances tender lentils and crumbled turkey sausage with warm cumin and turmeric, rounded by sweet onion, celery, and bright tomatoes. A spoonful of cool yogurt adds creamy contrast while parsley brings freshness. Serve this comforting bowl for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering when you want something filling yet balanced.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 59 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 23
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 39
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large pot, bring the lentils and vegetable broth to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to medium and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage, onion, celery, and garlic; cook and stir until the sausage is crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Mix in the tomatoes, turmeric, cumin, thyme, and red pepper flakes; cook for 5 more minutes.
- 3
Stir the sausage mixture into the simmering lentils. Keep simmering until the lentils are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Season with salt to taste. Garnish each serving with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
- Calories 203.42 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 13.18 g Good Source 26%
- Carbohydrate 21.15 g 8%
- Total Fat 8.26 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 1.98 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 26.77 mg Moderate 9%
- Sodium 886.42 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 5.74 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 5.15 g --
- Added Sugars 0.76 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 95.59 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 2.49 mg Moderate 14%
- Potassium 324.52 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 202.27 mcg Good Source 22%
- Vitamin C 9.81 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili is made with 15 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 55 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Celery, Dried Thyme, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 203.42 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili made of?
- The main ingredients are Celery, Dried Thyme, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Parsley, Garlic. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili?
- About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 203.42 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili healthy?
- Hearty Turkey and Lentil Chili has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 203.42 calories and 13.18 g of protein, or 26% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 886.42 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.98 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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