Description
Spicy “Turkey Sausage and Peppers” promise a flavor explosion straight from Italian-American kitchens. Hearty links nestled with sweet bell peppers and caramelized onions deliver comfort on a plate perfect for weekend gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound Italian turkey sausage
Vegetables:
- 4 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounces/411 grams) can diced tomatoes
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, creating a sizzling surface for cooking sausage.
- Crumble turkey sausage into the hot pan, breaking it into smaller pieces while cooking until golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 8 minutes.
- Transfer the browned sausage to a separate plate, leaving behind flavorful drippings in the skillet.
- Introduce sliced bell peppers, thinly cut onions, and minced garlic into the same pan, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until vegetables soften and onions become translucent.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, combining with diced tomatoes, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Reduce heat to low, allowing the mixture to gently simmer for 10-15 minutes, enabling ingredients to blend and develop a rich, harmonious flavor profile.
- Once simmering is complete, plate the sausage and pepper medley, garnishing with fresh basil leaves for a vibrant finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while hot, offering a delicious and aromatic dish perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Choose lean turkey sausage for a healthier protein option that’s lower in fat compared to traditional pork sausage.
- Add extra spice by increasing red pepper flakes or including a dash of smoked paprika for deeper flavor complexity.
- Opt for fresh bell peppers in various colors like red, yellow, and green to create a vibrant and nutritionally diverse dish.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by verifying the turkey sausage ingredients and using certified gluten-free products if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg