Description
A quick and healthy skillet meal featuring savory sausage and colorful sautéed vegetables, perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 12 oz chicken, turkey, or smoked pork sausage, sliced into thick rounds
Vegetables
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 orange bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or oregano), chopped
Instructions
- Sear the Sausage: Slice the sausage into thick rounds. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed. Add the sliced red onion and bell peppers and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften. Stir in the sliced zucchini and minced garlic, cooking until the vegetables are just tender and slightly charred.
- Combine & Finish Cooking: Return the browned sausage to the skillet with the vegetables. Season everything with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve the skillet meal warm.
Notes
- You can substitute with your preferred sausage type such as chicken, turkey, or smoked pork.
- Feel free to use any fresh herbs like parsley, oregano, or basil for different flavor profiles.
- For an extra kick, add red chili flakes when sautéing the vegetables.
- Serve with crusty bread or over cooked rice or quinoa for a heartier meal.
- Ensure sausage is cooked thoroughly to reach safe internal temperature depending on type used.
