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Spring Sausage and Veggies Skillet with colorful vegetables and sausage

Spring Sausage and Veggies Skillet

A colorful and flavorful one-pan dish featuring Italian sausage and a variety of fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
  • 2 cups fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced any color you fancy
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Sausage
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and let it heat up. Toss in the Italian sausage links, cooking them until they are nicely browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  2. Once done, remove the sausage from the pan, slice them into bite-sized pieces, and set aside.
Sautéing the Vegetables
  1. In the same skillet with the leftover drippings, add the sliced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until it starts to soften.
  2. Toss in the garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  3. Next, add the asparagus and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until they are vibrant and tender but still have a little crunch.
  4. Toss in the zucchini and cherry tomatoes, stirring gently to mix all those vibrant colors. Let them cook for about 3-4 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Return the sliced sausage to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine everything.
  2. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes for the flavors to mingle.
Serving
  1. Sprinkle freshly chopped basil or parsley on top for a fresh kick, and serve hot.

Notes

Customize the veggies based on what's in season or in your fridge. Great options include broccoli, green beans, or spinach. For added heat, toss in red pepper flakes while sautéing the veggies. This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for quick meals during busy nights.