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Healthy Dinner Recipes With Sausage

Discover the delicious and nutritious Sizzling Kale & Sausage Skillet with Quinoa— a vibrant one-pan meal that's packed with flavor and health benefits! This easy recipe combines hearty kale, savory turkey sausage, and protein-rich quinoa for a satisfying weeknight dinner. Perfect for meal prep too, it's simple to customize with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy cooking and savoring this delightful dish! #HealthyEating #OnePanMeal #MealPrep #KaleRecipes #QuinoaRecipes #Nutrition
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Ingredients
  

1 lb Italian turkey sausage (or your preferred sausage)

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

2 cups vegetable broth or water

2 cups fresh kale, chopped

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Juice of 1 lemon

1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Instructions
 

Cook the Quinoa: In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth (or water). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid has been absorbed. Set it aside.

    Sauté the Sausage: While the quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spatula, until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).

      Add the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for another 3-5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

        Incorporate the Kale: Add the chopped kale to the skillet, along with smoked paprika and red pepper flakes if using. Cook, stirring frequently, until the kale wilts and softens (3-4 minutes).

          Combine Everything: Once the kale is wilted, add the cooked quinoa to the skillet and stir well to combine. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

            Serve Up: Divide the mixture among plates and, if desired, top with crumbled feta cheese for an added burst of flavor.

              Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4