Grilled Italian Sausages with Pepper is a simple & delicious dish that is sure to satisfy! The combination of juicy grilled sausages, sweet red onions, and crunchy bell peppers creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
The sausages are the star of the dish, providing a savory and meaty flavor that is complemented by the sweetness of the peppers and onions. The Italian sausage and peppers and onions used in this recipe create a delightful balance of flavors and textures making it perfect for any occasion.
Simple Grill Recipe Perfect for Summer
Looking for a quick and easy summer recipe? Look no further than these delicious sausages with pepper and onion. With just a few simple ingredients and a grill, you can have a tasty meal in no time.
Sausages with pepper and onion is a classic dish that is easy to make and perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. It can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a party food. The combination of sweet Italian sausages with the slightly charred peppers and onions is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Why You’ll Love This Easy Recipe
- This “recipe” is the perfect addition to your game day menu. It’s super easy, tastes better than ordinary hot dogs, and you can dress it up as much as you’d like.
- Minimal ingredients. You’ll only need a small handful of ingredients to pull this recipe together and if desired, you can add in some of your own seasonings. We like to keep it simple with just some salt and pepper added to taste.
- This recipe is quick to make! Whether it’s dinner time after a long day of work and errands or it’s half time, you can pull this recipe together in minutes and with minimal prep.
Ingredients for Pepper and Onion Sausages
Sausages: You will need 5 Italian sausages for this recipe, I used Sweet Turkey Italian Sausages, but you can use whatever type/brand you prefer.
Onion: 1 large red onion is needed for added flavor and subtle sweetness.
Bell pepper: Use 1 bell pepper, any color desired. Green bell peppers have a mild, slightly bitter flavor with a crunchy, juicy texture, while red ones, which are the ripe versions, are sweeter and fruitier. The orange and yellow varieties are likewise sweeter than the green ones. Choose per your preference.
Olive oil: You’ll need just a bit of olive oil for sautéing the veggies in, 1 tablespoon should suffice.
Bread: For serving the sausages, you need 5 bread buns, that is one bun per sausage.
How to Make Grilled Italian Sausages and Peppers
Prep
Begin by slicing the red onion and bell pepper thinly, then set them aside.
Cook
Next, get the grill preheated and then cook the sausages until they are cooked to your liking.
After that, heat the olive oil in a frying pan on the stove. Add in the onions and bell peppers, plus a few shakes of an all-seasoning blend like McCormick Garlic and Onion, as well as some salt and pepper.
Let the veggie mixture cook for about 5 minutes until they’re soft, but not mushy. If the bell peppers taste bitter, add a dollop of honey into the mixture to help sweeten the veggie blend.
Assemble
Serve your sausages in bread buns and top with a few peppers and onions. You can eat them as-is, or if you’re like my husband, you may enjoy topping them with some ketchup and mustard. Enjoy!
Grilled Italian Sausages with Peppers
Ingredients
- 5 Italian Sausages I used Sweet Turkey Italian Sausages.
- 1 red onion
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 TBSP olive oil for sauteing
- 5 bread or buns for serving them in
Instructions
- Prep: Slice the red onion and bell pepper thinly, then set them aside.
- Cook: Get the grill preheated and then cook the sausages until they are cooked to your liking.
- Heat the olive oil in a frying pan on the stove. Add in the onions and bell peppers, plus a few shakes of an all-seasoning blend like McCormick Garlic and Onion, as well as some salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until they're soft, but not mushy. If the bell peppers taste bitter, add a dollop of honey into the mixture to help sweeten the veggie blend.
- Assemble: Serve the sausages in bread buns and top with a few peppers and onions. You can eat them as-is, or if you're like my husband, you may enjoy topping them with some ketchup and mustard. Enjoy!
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What Side Dishes Pair Well with this Recipe?
Sausages with Pepper and Onion is a classic and flavorful dish that can be served with a variety of side dishes. Here are some options that can complement the dish:
Salad: A fresh and crisp green salad can be a great side dish to balance out the richness of the sausages. Or pair it with a more filling pasta salad for a complete meal.
Roasted Potatoes: Roasted potatoes can be a great accompaniment to the sausages. They can be seasoned with herbs and spices of your choice to add more flavor to the dish.
Grilled Vegetables: Grilled vegetables can be a healthy and delicious side dish that can complement the sausages well. Some options include zucchini or eggplant.
Coleslaw: Coleslaw can be a refreshing and crunchy side dish that can balance out the richness of the sausages. This KFC Slaw is a great recipe to try.
Garlic Bread: Garlic bread can be a simple and tasty side dish that can be served with the sausages. It can be made by toasting bread and brushing it with garlic butter.
Storage and Reheating Tips for Sausages & Peppers
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply heat in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.
Can I use bratwurst instead of sausages?
Absolutely! You can use brats or sausages for this recipe, and I think that it’d taste great either way. Go ahead and use your favorite sausages. I used Sweet Turkey Italian Sausages because I like the flavor in contrast to the savory sweet onions and peppers.
Can I make the onions & bell peppers on the grill?
Yes, you can grill the onions and bell peppers for added flavor. Simply slice the onions and bell peppers and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place them on a grill basket or wrapped in a piece of foil & placed directly on the grill grates and cook until tender and slightly charred.
How can I prepare Italian sausages & peppers in the oven?
To prepare Italian sausage, peppers, and onions in the oven, preheat the oven to 375°F. Slice the onions and bell peppers and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange the sausages on a baking sheet and surround them with the onion and bell pepper mixture. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
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Grilled Italian Sausages with Pepper is an incredibly flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion! The grilled sausages combined with the sweet onion, and crunchy bell peppers make a delicious balance of textures and flavors.
Summer Rumsey says
This looks delicious!
Terry says
Oops! The gremlins got into your computer. The blue recipe header lists the recipe as having 6 servings, yet the ingredients call for 5 sausages.
Darned gremlins anyway!