Gluten Free Sausage and Peppers

Everyone loves gluten free sausage and peppers: spicy Italian sausages with sweet bell peppers in a white wine sauce! With minimal prep, this 30 minute meal is an easy crowd pleaser. And it’s paleo, low carb, and keto, too!

This is such a fun (and easy!) recipe. Italian sausage and peppers, a classic dish that’s often a hit at family reunions, fairs and other large gatherings.

But here’s the thing – not all sausages are on the gluten-free train. Yes, I know, it’s a bummer. Some sausages contain fillers that are grain-based, which can be a gluten landmine.

In fact, those fillers help cut the cost of using 100% meat in the sausage. The grain also helps to absorb the fat. Sneaky, right?

So when you’re out and about, you may have to be bold and ask your server for the brand of sausage used or whether they know the actual ingredients.

Or you can save the detective work for later and whip up your own batch of delicious totally gluten free sausage and peppers right at home.

Just follow this awesome recipe, and you’re in for a treat!

Ingredients  

• Sausage: Opt for Italian pork sausages, either sweet or spicy, for an authentic flavor. Just be sure they’re gluten free. These brands of sausages are gluten free and I have used them at different times in this recipe: Premio, Niman Ranch, and Kayem.
• Bell Peppers: Today, my son and I had fun picking out 4 different colored peppers to sauté for this dinner. You can go with all green peppers if you prefer.
• Onion: A pungent and aromatic, onion adds depth to this dish.
• Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: A rich, fruity oil for cooking and flavor.
• Garlic: Small but mighty, packs a bold taste.
• Thyme: A fragrant herb with earthy undertones. I have ground thyme, today. You could also go with fresh thyme if you have some on hand.
• White Wine: Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay work well as they add a pleasant acidity and depth of flavor to the dish without overwhelming the other ingredients.

Instructions

*Free printable recipe card is available at the end of the post.

Then add your onion, garlic and thyme and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.

• Can I use other types of oil besides olive? While I use extra-virgin olive olive, you can also use other high-quality cooking oils like avocado oil or coconut oil.
• Can I use frozen peppers for this recipe? I have not tried frozen peppers, but they should be o.k. To save time, you may also be able to find pre-sliced peppers and onions in the produce department of your grocery store. 
• How can I add extra flavor to the dish? You can add red pepper flakes, or fresh herbs like basil or oregano during cooking for added flavor. Or even, chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick.
• Can I use a different type of sausage? Yes, you can experiment with different types of sausages like chorizo, bratwurst, or chicken sausage for a unique twist.
• Can I make this recipe ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the sausage and peppers in advance and reheat when needed. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• What can I serve with sausage and peppers? Sausage and peppers go well with a crisp green salad. If you’re not low carb, serve with crusty garlic bread, your favorite gluten free pasta, rice, or as a topping for sandwiches on Against the Grain rolls.
• How do I store leftovers? Allow the sausage and peppers to cool before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months.

Go ahead, fire up that stove, and savor every bite of your homemade gluten-free sausage and peppers.

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Gluten Free Sausage and Peppers

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Everyone loves gluten free sausage and peppers: spicy Italian sausages with sweet bell peppers in a white wine sauce! Yum.

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword 30 minute meal ideas, brands of sausage that are gluten free, sausage and peppers recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 295kcal

Author Barbara Bianchi

Ingredients

• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 orange bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 large onion
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 16 ounces of gluten free sweet Italian sausage
• 1/2 cup white wine

Instructions

Prepare Sweet Italian Sausage

• If sausage are fully cooked, sear your sausage on all sides in a large skillet, about 8 minutes.

  (If your sausage is raw, you'll need to boil it for about 20 minutes before browning in the skillet or on your outdoor grill.)

  Then set sausage aside on a plate.
  16 ounces of gluten free sweet Italian sausage

Saute peppers and onions

• Slice peppers and onion. Add oil to the large skillet.

  Cook peppers, first, over a medium heat, about 5 minutes. Stir frequently. Add onion, garlic and thyme and continue cooking, another 5 minutes. Remove peppers and onions to the plate.
  1 green bell pepper, 1 red bell pepper, 1 orange bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 large onion, 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 clove garlic, 1/2 teaspoon thyme

Add wine

• Add wine over medium heat to the same pan. Stir for about a minute scraping up the brown bits as some of the alcohol evaporates.
  1/2 cup white wine

Assemble and serve

• Return vegetables and sausages along with any juices to the pan, stir to coat with wine sauce until heated through about 3 more minutes.

  Serve with a crisp green salad. Or if you're not low carb, serve with crusty garlic bread, your favorite gluten free pasta, rice, or as a topping for sandwiches on Against the Grain rolls.

Notes

• Can I use other types of oil besides olive? While I use extra-virgin olive olive, you can also use other high-quality cooking oils like avocado oil or coconut oil.
• Can I use frozen peppers for this recipe? I have not tried frozen peppers, but it should be o.k. You may also be able to find pre-sliced peppers and onions in the produce department of your grocery store to save time.
• How can I add extra flavor to the dish? You can add red pepper flakes, or fresh herbs like basil or oregano during cooking for added flavor. Or even, chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick.
• Can I use a different type of sausage? Yes, you can experiment with different types of sausages like chorizo, bratwurst, or chicken sausage for a unique twist.
• Can I make this recipe ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the sausage and peppers in advance and reheat when needed. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• What can I serve with sausage and peppers? Sausage and peppers go well with a crisp green salad. If you're not low carb, serve with crusty gluten free bread, your favorite gluten free pasta, rice, or as a topping for sandwiches.
• How do I store leftovers? Allow the sausage and peppers to cool before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months.

 

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 8.2g | Protein: 19.1g

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