Sausage And Bell Pepper Sheet Pan Bake
This hearty and colorful dish combines juicy sausages and vibrant bell peppers, making it a perfect meal for family gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a weekend favorite.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- 1 pound (450g) Italian sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
- 3 medium bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow, 1 green), sliced into strips
- 1 large onion, sliced into wedges
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, adjust based on heat preference)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional, for added flavor)
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
- Preheat your oven to 220 °C (425 °F). This ensures the sausage and vegetables roast evenly and get a nice browning.
- Cut the Italian sausage into approximately 5 cm long pieces. Make sure they are evenly cut for uniform cooking.
- Place the sausage pieces on a large baking sheet. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion wedges.
- Add the minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper over the ingredients. Mix everything well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.
- Spread the ingredients evenly on the sheet. Make sure they are not overlapping to allow for proper roasting. Place the sheet in the oven for about 20-25 minutes.
- Check the doneness after 15 minutes. The sausage should be golden brown and the vegetables soft and slightly caramelized. If necessary, stir the ingredients to ensure even browning.
- Remove the sheet from the oven and optionally drizzle balsamic vinegar over the dish. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil and serve warm. This dish is perfect as a main course or as part of a buffet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Avoid placing the sausage and vegetables too close together on the sheet, as they will steam instead of roast, affecting the texture. A good non-stick pan or baking sheet makes cleanup much easier and prevents sticking.