Sausage Vegetable Casserole

Warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this Sausage Vegetable Casserole is your ultimate go-to for a hearty, one-dish dinner. Packed with tender slices of sausage—whether pork, chicken, or plant-based—plus a medley of vibrant veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots, this dish delivers on both nutrition and taste. Enhanced with aromatic Italian seasoning, smoky paprika, and a touch of garlic, each bite is rich and satisfying. The casserole is baked to perfection with optional melted cheese for an irresistible golden topping. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this easy-to-make casserole is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a fresh side salad. Dive into this crowd-pleaser and savor the cozy, homestyle flavors everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links sausages (pork, chicken, or plant-based)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), chopped
• 2 medium carrots, sliced thin
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausages and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausages and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped bell peppers, sliced carrots, and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables just begin to soften.

Step 6

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir in the Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Slice the browned sausages into 1-inch pieces and return them to the skillet. Mix well to combine.

Step 8

Transfer the sausage and vegetable mixture into a casserole dish (9x13 inches works well). Spread it out evenly.

Step 9

If using, sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the vegetables are tender.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your hearty sausage vegetable casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1703.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1790.5

Total Fat 139.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 280.0mg	0%
Sodium 7131.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 39.1g
Protein 81.1g	0%

Vitamin D 104.0IU	0%
Calcium 1078.7mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 2959.6mg	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: 66.8%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 15.9%