Heart-Healthy Mini Sausage Rolls
Savor a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite with these **Heart-Healthy Mini Sausage Rolls**—a wholesome snack packed with flavor and nutrition! Featuring lean turkey sausage, aromatic sautéed red onion, garlic, and fresh thyme wrapped in flaky whole wheat puff pastry, these bite-sized delights are a light yet satisfying option for any occasion. Brushed with an egg wash for a golden finish, they’re baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, making them ideal for meal prepping, on-the-go lunches, or entertaining guests. With ingredients like olive oil, skimmed milk, and black pepper adding depth to the recipe, these mini sausage rolls are as delicious as they are heart-smart. Whether you're looking for a healthier party appetizer or a midweek pick-me-up, this recipe offers a flavorful upgrade to traditional pastry snacks!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams lean turkey sausage
- 250 grams whole wheat puff pastry
- 0.5 whole red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 whole egg
- 1 tablespoon skimmed milk
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Finely dice the red onion and mince the garlic.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Step 4
In a medium bowl, combine the turkey sausage, sautéed onion mixture, fresh thyme, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 5
Roll out the whole wheat puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 3mm.
Step 6
Cut the pastry into rectangles approximately 10cm x 6cm.
Step 7
Place a spoonful of the sausage mixture onto one end of each rectangle and roll up to enclose the filling, sealing the edges with a little water.
Step 8
Place the rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 9
In a small bowl, beat the egg with the skimmed milk to create an egg wash.
Step 10
Brush the tops of the sausage rolls with the egg wash.
Step 11
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Step 12
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy mini sausage rolls.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (662.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1673.9 |
| Total Fat 104.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g | |
| Cholesterol 372.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2329.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 126.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.6g | |
| Protein 78.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 54.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 190.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1225.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories