Easy Summer Dinner: Savory Sausage and Veggies Skillet Delight

Course: Summer Recipes

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dinner, Easy Recipe, Sausage, Skillet, Summer Meal, Veggies

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 350kcal

This SUMMER DINNER features a vibrant Sausage and Veggies Skillet with fresh bell peppers, zucchini, and corn for a quick and delightful meal.

2 cups Corn Kernels from 3 ears cooked; frozen corn also works if drained properly.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil essential for cooking and enhancing flavors.
12 oz Sausage cooked; options include cajun, andouille, or smoked.
1 large Red Bell Pepper diced; contributes vibrant color and sweetness.
1 large Zucchini sliced; can be swapped for yellow squash.

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Slice your cooked sausage into coins and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes on one side, then flip to cook for another 3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside, keeping some oil in the skillet for the veggies.
Add the diced red bell pepper to the same skillet and sauté for roughly 4 minutes until it softens and brightens. If needed, add a little reserved oil to avoid sticking. Once done, remove and set aside with the sausage.
In the same skillet, toss in the sliced zucchini and cook for around 3 minutes. Look for tenderness and vibrant color before moving to the next step.
Off the cob, slice 2 cups of corn kernels and add them to the skillet along with the cooked sausage and bell pepper. Stir well, mix in the reserved oil, and sprinkle in ½ teaspoon of chili powder. Gently reheat on low until everything is warmed through.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Serve with a side of crusty bread for a complete meal. Adjust seasonings gradually based on taste and preferences.