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.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Begin by heating the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the turkey bratwurst sausages to the pan.

Step 5

Cook the sausages, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the non-alcoholic beer and low-sodium vegetable broth. Stir in the whole-grain mustard and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a low simmer, cover, and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Toast the whole wheat hoagie rolls in a separate pan or toaster until lightly crisp.

Step 10

Place a bratwurst sausage in each roll, top with the pepper-onion mix, and spoon over some of the reduced sauce for extra flavor.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1658.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1783.1

Total Fat 60.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 240.0mg	0%
Sodium 3784.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 34.2g
Protein 106.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 364.1mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 2494.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 46.8%