20 Minute Skillet Sausage & Zucchini

Ingredients

• 2½ tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
• 4 fully cooked sausages, sliced into ¼-inch circles
• 2 medium zucchinis, cubed
• 1 onion, cut into ¾-inch pieces
• 1 bell pepper (any color), cut into ¾-inch pieces
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon dried basil
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (optional: fresh basil for garnish)

Instructions

1. Sauté the Sausage:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the sliced sausage and cook, flipping frequently, for 1-2 minutes until browned. Remove the sausage and set aside.

2. Cook the Vegetables:

   • Reduce heat to medium and add the remaining 1½ tablespoons of oil to the skillet.
   • Add the zucchini, onion, and bell pepper. Season with salt, oregano, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
   • Stir and cook until the onion is translucent and the zucchini and bell pepper are nearly tender, about 5-10 minutes.

3. Combine and Finish:

   • Return the sausage to the skillet along with the minced garlic. Stir to combine.
   • Cover and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until everything is heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt if needed.

4. Garnish and Serve:

   • Garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired.

Notes

• Nutrition Information: Assumes chicken sausages are used; using beef or pork will alter the nutritional values.
• Whole30 Compliance: Ensure sausages are Whole30 compliant if following that diet.

Enjoy your quick and easy skillet meal!!