Vegetable and Sausage Skillet

This Vegetable and Sausage Skillet is a vibrant, low-carb dish packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Sautéed vegetables combine beautifully with savory sausage, making it a hearty yet healthy meal option.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Italian sausage (bulk or sliced) - 200 grams
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated (for topping)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
3. Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Add the diced zucchini, bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Fold in the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
8. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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