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Easy Lazy Weeknight Sheet Pan Sausage Recipe with Summer Veggies for Quick Dinners

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A simple and vibrant sheet pan dinner featuring sausage and summer vegetables, perfect for quick and satisfying weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) sausage links (Italian or smoked preferred)
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 pint (300g) cherry tomatoes
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Slice sausage links into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces or leave whole if preferred.
  3. Slice zucchini into half-moons about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thick. Cut bell peppers into 1-inch (2.5 cm) wide strips. Halve cherry tomatoes if desired. Slice red onion thinly.
  4. In a large bowl, toss sausage pieces and chopped veggies with olive oil, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture out in a single layer on a large rimmed sheet pan, avoiding overcrowding.
  6. Place the pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes.
  7. Use tongs or a spatula to stir and flip the ingredients for even cooking.
  8. Continue roasting for another 10-15 minutes until sausage is browned and cooked through (internal temp 160°F / 71°C) and veggies are tender and caramelized on edges.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  10. Serve warm, optionally sprinkled with fresh herbs like parsley or basil.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting and caramelization. Flip ingredients halfway through cooking for even browning. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. For gluten-free, verify sausage ingredients. Variations include swapping sausage for plant-based or turkey sausage, or using different veggies seasonally. Can be reheated in skillet or oven to maintain texture. Optionally line pan with parchment paper or silicone mat for easier cleanup.

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