Description
Enjoy a delicious and easy weeknight meal with this One Pan Baked Italian Sausage and Veggies recipe. Savory Italian sausage is baked to perfection alongside an array of colorful and flavorful vegetables, creating a satisfying and wholesome dish that is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Italian Sausage:
1 pound Italian sausage links (mild or spicy), cut into 1-inch pieces,
Bell Peppers:
1 red bell pepper, sliced,
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced,
Zucchini:
1 zucchini, sliced into half moons,
Red Onion:
1 red onion, cut into wedges,
Cherry Tomatoes:
1 cup cherry tomatoes,
Seasonings:
1 tablespoon olive oil,
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning,
½ teaspoon garlic powder,
½ teaspoon salt,
¼ teaspoon black pepper,
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional),
Garnish:
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sausage pieces, bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss to coat.
- Bake: Spread the mixture on the baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until sausage is browned and vegetables are tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with parsley, and serve hot alone or over rice, pasta, or polenta.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a sprinkle of Parmesan before serving.
- You can substitute sweet potatoes or baby potatoes for a heartier version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
