Description
Skillet Sausage and Zucchini is the ultimate quick and nutritious meal for busy weeknights. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that combines savory sausage with fresh zucchini, bell peppers, and onions. Whole30 compliant, gluten-free, and dairy-free, it fits various dietary needs while satisfying your taste buds. The blend of spices enhances the flavors of the ingredients, making every bite a pleasure. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this one-pan meal is not only easy to prepare but also customizable—swap in your favorite veggies or sausages to suit your preferences. Get ready to enjoy a healthy dinner that’s deliciously simple!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (cubed)
- 1 onion (cut into ¾ inch pieces)
- 1 bell pepper (any color, cut into ¾-inch pieces)
- 4 fully cooked sausages (sliced into circles ¼-inch thick)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic (minced)
- 2 ½ tbsp olive or avocado oil
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced sausage; sauté until browned (about 3-5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium; add remaining oil and vegetables (zucchini, onion, bell pepper), sprinkling with seasonings. Cook until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Return sausage to the skillet along with minced garlic; stir and cover for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg