Low-Fat Italian Sausage Dinner Recipe

Name: Low-Fat Italian Sausage Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage link (about 4); 1 green bell pepper, cut in chunks; 1/2 red bell pepper, cut in chunks; 1 large onion, cut in chunks; 2 ounces white mushrooms, sliced; 1 (14 -16 ounce) can tomatoes; 1 yellow squash, cut in rounds; 2 zucchini, cut in rounds; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon Italian spices (a mix of oregano, basil and thyme); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; salt and pepper; 1/2 lb penne pasta, cooked

Servings: persons

1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage link (about 4)
1 green bell pepper, cut in chunks
1/2 red bell pepper, cut in chunks
1 large onion, cut in chunks
2 ounces white mushrooms, sliced
1 (14 -16 ounce) can tomatoes
1 yellow squash, cut in rounds
2 zucchini, cut in rounds
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Italian spices (a mix of oregano, basil and thyme)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
1/2 lb penne pasta, cooked

1
Place sausage links along with 1/2 cup of water in non-stick dutch oven. Prick skins. Heat to a boil and cook, turning once until sausages are grey and begin to give off liquid.
2
Add onion chunks and continue to boil.
3
When onion is tender, add mushrooms and peppers.
4
Cook until peppers are almost tender; add squash and zucchini.
5
Continue to cook at a boil to evaporate liquid.
6
When liquid is almost gone, remove sausages, cut each into 4 or 5 chunks, and add back to pot.
7
Add tomatoes with their juice, tomato paste and spices. Stir and heat through.
8
Serve over cooked pasta.

466

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage link (about 4), 1 green bell pepper, cut in chunks, 1/2 red bell pepper, cut in chunks, 1 large onion, cut in chunks, and more.

Yes, Low-Fat Italian Sausage Dinner falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Low-Fat Italian Sausage Dinner

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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