Heart-Healthy Beer Brats
Savor the hearty, satisfying flavors of comfort food with a healthy twist in these Heart-Healthy Beer Brats, a guilt-free version of a cookout classic. Made with lean turkey bratwurst and simmered in a flavorful mix of non-alcoholic beer, low-sodium vegetable broth, and whole-grain mustard, this recipe offers bold taste without compromising your wellness goals. The caramelized onions and vibrant bell peppers add a natural sweetness and a pop of color, while being sautéed in heart-friendly extra virgin olive oil. Served on toasted whole wheat hoagie rolls and garnished with fresh parsley, these beer brats are perfect for anyone looking for a lighter alternative to a summer favorite. Ready in under an hour, this wholesome dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or game-day gatherings.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 links lean turkey bratwurst sausages
- 355 ml non-alcoholic beer
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 240 ml low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 whole wheat hoagie rolls
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by heating the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until they become tender.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the turkey bratwurst sausages to the pan.
Cook the sausages, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Pour in the non-alcoholic beer and low-sodium vegetable broth. Stir in the whole-grain mustard and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a low simmer, cover, and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Once the sausages are cooked through, remove them from the skillet and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the sauce to reduce slightly, about 5 more minutes.
Toast the whole wheat hoagie rolls in a separate pan or toaster until lightly crisp.
Place a bratwurst sausage in each roll, top with the pepper-onion mix, and spoon over some of the reduced sauce for extra flavor.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 3784 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.8 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 106.9 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 364 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2494 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
