Mediterranean Diet Savory Sausage with Roasted Vegetables

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this wholesome and effortless recipe: Mediterranean Diet Savory Sausage with Roasted Vegetables. Juicy chicken sausage combines with a colorful medley of zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes, all roasted to perfection in a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme. This one-pan dish offers a perfect balance of lean protein and nutrient-packed veggies, all lightly caramelized in the oven for a burst of rustic flavor. Ready in just 50 minutes, it’s a hassle-free and nutritious choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley, this Mediterranean-inspired meal pairs wonderfully with quinoa or crusty whole-grain bread. Healthy, satisfying, and bursting with Mediterranean goodness—this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links chicken sausage
• 1 large zucchini
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium red onion
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 small garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the chicken sausages into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 3

Cut the zucchini into half-moon slices, and chop the red and yellow bell peppers into 1-inch pieces.

Step 4

Slice the red onion into thick wedges, and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sausage, zucchini, bell peppers, onion, and cherry tomatoes.

Step 6

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl.

Step 7

Drizzle the mixture with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Toss everything together until the sausage and vegetables are well coated with the oil and spices.

Step 9

Spread the sausage and vegetable mixture onto a large baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 10

Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and starting to caramelize, and sausages are cooked through.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter.

Step 12

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1385.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1232.7

Total Fat 84.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 240.0mg	0%
Sodium 5912.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.1mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2979.9mg	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: 59.2%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 22.5%