sausage meals
This hearty sausage and vegetable skillet dish is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. Loaded with colorful vegetables and flavorful sausage, it can be on the table in just 30 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage sweet or spicy
- 1 medium bell pepper diced
- 1 medium zucchini diced
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- optional fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Remove the sausage from its casings and add it to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until browned and cooked through.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cherry tomatoes, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are just warmed through.
- Sprinkle the Italian seasoning over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.
- Remove from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
You can customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables, such as mushrooms or spinach, for added nutrition. Serve over cooked rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to make it more filling. Enjoy your delicious sausage meal!