Sheet Pan Italian Sausage Dinner (Printable)

Juicy Italian sausages roasted with bell peppers, zucchini, and onions for an easy, hearty dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 Italian sausages (mild or spicy, about 12.3 to 14.1 oz total)

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), sliced
03 - 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
04 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings and Oils

06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

11 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian herbs, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned vegetables evenly across the prepared sheet pan. Arrange Italian sausages on top of the vegetables.
04 - Roast in preheated oven for 30 minutes, turning sausages and stirring vegetables halfway through, until sausages are cooked through and vegetables are tender with caramelized edges.
05 - Remove from oven and garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Minimal prep time and cleanup with just one sheet pan
  • Vibrant colors and Mediterranean flavors
  • Perfectly balanced meal with protein and vegetables
  • Customizable heat level with choice of mild or spicy sausage
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free meal option
02 -
  • Pierce sausages with a fork before roasting to prevent them from bursting and to release more flavor into the vegetables
  • For deeper caramelization, don't stir the vegetables too frequently during cooking
  • If using foil instead of parchment paper, lightly spray with cooking oil to prevent sticking
  • Leftovers make excellent sandwich fillings or additions to frittatas
  • For meal prep, portion into containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days
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