Low Carb Italian Sausage and Veggie Meal Prep Recipe

Gluten Free
Lunch
Paleo
Quick Easy
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Low Carb Italian Sausage and Veggie Meal Prep
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Description

Imagine a vibrant skillet, brimming with colorful vegetables and savory bites of Italian sausage. This one-pan wonder is incredibly versatile, easily scaled up or down to suit your needs – perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or preparing several meals in advance. The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity.

Tender crisp vegetables form the base, offering a delightful medley of textures and flavors. Picture sweet bell peppers, their vibrant colors popping against the deep green of spinach or kale. Perhaps some earthy mushrooms, adding a touch of umami, and the satisfying crunch of broccoli florets.

Feel free to customize the vegetable selection to your liking, using whatever is fresh and in season. Scattered throughout this vibrant medley are small pieces of Italian sausage, each bite delivering a burst of savory richness. The sausage adds a wonderful depth of flavor, complementing the sweetness of the vegetables and providing a satisfying protein boost.

The natural fats render into the pan, lightly coating the vegetables and enhancing their flavor even further. The magic happens as everything comes together in the skillet. The vegetables soften and caramelize slightly, their natural sweetness intensifying.

The sausage crisps up, releasing its fragrant spices and creating a tantalizing aroma that fills the kitchen. It’s a symphony of textures and tastes – the tender bite of the vegetables, the slight chew of the sausage, and the overall savory and satisfying character of the dish. This skillet meal is a celebration of fresh ingredients and simple cooking techniques.

It’s a dish that nourishes the body and soul, leaving you feeling satisfied and energized. Serve it as a complete meal on its own, or pair it with a simple side salad for a more substantial feast. It’s also fantastic served over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a lighter option.

The possibilities are endless, so get creative and make it your own!

Preparation Time

Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
15 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 serving serving
C
Calories
500 Kcal

C
Carbs
15 g
Fi
Fiber
5 g
Sugar
7 g

P
Protein
32 g

C
Fats
35 g
Saturated Fats 14 g
Unsaturated Fats 18 g

Cholestrol 90 mg
Sodium 750 mg
Potassium 900 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Italian Sausage
    Italian Sausage
    3-½ ounce
    2.
    Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
    2 teaspoon
    3.
    Zucchini, Raw
    Zucchini, Raw
    8 ounce
    4.
    Brown Mushrooms (Italian Or Crimini Mushrooms), Raw, High In Vitamin D
    Brown Mushrooms (Italian Or Crimini Mushrooms), Raw, High In Vitamin D
    4 ounce
    5.
    Grape Tomato
    Grape Tomato
    2-¾ ounce
    6.
    Salt
    Salt
    ⅛ teaspoon
    7.
    Black Pepper, Ground
    Black Pepper, Ground
    ⅛ teaspoon
    8.
    Garlic, Powder
    Garlic, Powder
    ¼ teaspoon
    9.
    Onion Powder
    Onion Powder
    ⅛ teaspoon
    10.
    Italian Seasoning
    Italian Seasoning
    1 teaspoon

Instructions

    1.
    Slice a link of Italian sausage into about 8 pieces. Toss them in a pan over medium heat and continually cook and rotate until the sausage pieces are cooked on both sides. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
    2.
    Transfer the cooked sausage pieces to a place to cool, leaving any excess fat in the pan. Return the pan to medium-high heat and toss in the olive oil, chopped zucchini, chopped mushrooms, whole grape tomatoes, and all remaining seasonings.
    3.
    Continually toss the vegetables in the hot pan until they’re golden brown and tender. The tomatoes should be near bursting with the skin breaking. Then, return the sausage pieces to the pan to heat through.