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Sausage and Veggies Skillet

Sausage and Veggies Skillet: Quick, Colorful One-Pan Delight

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Savor the vibrant flavors of the Sausage and Veggies Skillet, a quick and delightful gluten-free one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage
  • 1 pound Sausage (e.g., Cajun, Andouille, or Smoked) Feel free to swap for turkey sausage or a plant-based version.
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can use green or a mix of colors for variety.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Summer squash or yellow squash can be substitutes.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Frozen or canned corn works well.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral cooking oil.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to heat tolerance.

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Slice sausage into coins and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until browned, then flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add one diced red bell pepper. Sauté for about 4 minutes until slightly softened. Remove and set aside.
  3. Slice one medium zucchini into half-moons and add to the skillet. Cook for approximately 3 minutes until tender but still crisp. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. Slice kernels off fresh corn on the cob for about 1 cup of corn. Add to the skillet.
  5. Return cooked sausage, sautéed bell pepper, and zucchini back to the skillet. Add prepared corn and 1 teaspoon of chili powder. Mix everything together over low heat for about 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different kinds of sausages and vegetables. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge or frozen for 2 months.

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