Vegetarian Sausage and Peppers Skillet
This vegetarian sausage and peppers skillet is a hearty, flavorful meal perfect for a cozy winter dinner. It's packed with colorful vegetables and satisfying plant-based sausage, making it a great option for a healthy family meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 links vegetarian sausage, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to the skillet, sauté until they begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced vegetarian sausage to the skillet, cooking until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Season with dried oregano, dried basil, and red pepper flakes, stirring to combine.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.