Ingredients
– 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
– 1 medium zucchini, sliced
– 1 medium bell pepper, sliced (any color)
– 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
– 1 small onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Making Sausage and Veggies Skillet with Bell Peppers, Zucchini, and Corn is straightforward when you follow these steps:
1. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Cook Sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Onions and Garlic: Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
4. Incorporate Vegetables: Add the sliced zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet. Toss with the sausage mixture and cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Add Corn and Seasoning: Stir in the corn, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the veggies are tender but still crisp.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the skillet and adjust seasoning as needed, adding extra salt or pepper to your preference.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
By following this simple recipe, you can create an incredible dish that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 20g