Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of juicy sausage, colorful bell peppers, and sweet onions in this quick, satisfying dish that will become a weeknight favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups bell peppers (mixed colors, sliced)
- 1 large sweet onion (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the veggies: Mix in sliced bell peppers and onions. Stir frequently until softened, roughly 5-10 minutes.
- Incorporate garlic & seasoning: Add minced garlic and Italian seasoning; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Simmer together: Reduce heat slightly and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
- Taste and serve: Adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving hot over rice or with crusty bread.
Notes
- Experiment with different colored bell peppers for visual appeal.
- For an extra kick, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg