SUMMER DINNER – Sausage and Veggies Skillet with Bell Peppers
Savor the essence of summer with this vibrant Sausage and Veggies Skillet. Juicy sausage mingles with colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and aromatic garlic, creating a delightful meal that captures the spirit of warm evenings. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make dish is customizable to suit any palate. Serve it over rice or alongside crusty bread for a satisfying dining experience that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (or chicken/turkey)
- 2 medium bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping the veggies and slicing the sausage.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add sausage pieces and sauté until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Stir and cook until veggies soften (5-10 minutes).
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs of choice. Stir well to combine flavors.
- Cover the skillet and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot directly from the skillet or plated alongside crusty bread or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg