Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Loaded Italian Sausages, a delightful low-carb dish that brings together succulent sausage and vibrant sautéed vegetables. This easy-to-make recipe features juicy Italian sausages topped with colorful bell peppers, onions, and melted mozzarella cheese, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. The combination of savory ingredients creates a mouthwatering experience that satisfies everyone at the dinner table. Plus, with just 60 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have a hearty meal ready to enjoy in no time.
Ingredients
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- 4 sweet or hot Italian sausage links (butterflied)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear butterflied sausages until golden brown on both sides, about 6 minutes total. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sauté diced bell peppers and onion until soft, around 5 minutes. Stir in sliced mushrooms and minced garlic; cook until tender. Add balsamic vinegar and mix well.
- Spoon the vegetable mixture over the sausages and top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg