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Easy Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggie Bake with Italian Seasoning

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A simple, fast, and flavorful sheet pan dinner featuring Italian sausage and a medley of roasted vegetables seasoned with Italian herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal prep and cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage links (mild or spicy)
  • 2 medium bell peppers, sliced (red, yellow, or orange)
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 large zucchini, sliced into half-moons about ½-inch thick
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, whole
  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (blend of dried basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and marjoram)
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste (about ½ teaspoon)
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and slice the bell peppers into strips, cut the zucchini into half-moons about ½-inch thick, and wedge the red onion. Keep cherry tomatoes whole.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir to blend.
  4. Add all the veggies to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the oil and herbs.
  5. Spread the veggies out on a baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space for the sausage links.
  6. Nestle the sausage links among the veggies, turning them to coat lightly with the seasoning mix.
  7. Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes. Halfway through (around 15 minutes), use tongs to flip the sausage and gently stir the veggies.
  8. Check that the sausage reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) and has a golden-brown exterior. Veggies should be tender but still hold their shape.
  9. Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting and caramelization. Use a meat thermometer to check sausage doneness. You can swap sausage for plant-based alternatives or adjust veggies seasonally. For a cheesy twist, sprinkle parmesan over veggies in the last 5 minutes of roasting. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat best in oven or skillet.

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Keywords: sheet pan dinner, sausage and veggies, Italian seasoning, easy weeknight meal, roasted vegetables, one-pan meal

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