Italian Sausage Bake

Savor the comforting flavors of this Italian Sausage Bake, a vibrant, one-pan dish that combines juicy Italian sausage with a medley of roasted vegetables, gooey melted cheeses, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe features hearty ingredients like zucchini, red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and onions tossed in olive oil and seasoned with dried oregano and basil. Nestled among the veggies, the sausages roast to perfection, soaking up their flavors. A final layer of mozzarella and Parmesan adds a golden, bubbly finish that’s utterly irresistible. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crusty bread or a crisp side salad, this easy, oven-baked recipe delivers bold Italian-inspired flavors in under an hour.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 links Italian sausage (mild or spicy, as preferred)
• 2 Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Yellow onion, sliced
• 2 Zucchini, cut into half-moons
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan with olive oil.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the red bell peppers, onion, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and minced garlic. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and season with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Transfer the seasoned vegetables into the prepared baking dish, spreading them out into an even layer.

Step 5

Nestle the Italian sausage links among the vegetables in the baking dish.

Step 6

Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the sausages for added moisture during baking.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, turning the sausages halfway through for even cooking.

Step 8

After 30 minutes, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the dish.

Step 9

Return the dish to the oven and bake an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sausages are fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F / 71°C).

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot alongside crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1392.6 grams (1392.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2324

Total Fat 187.80g	241%
Saturated Fat 64.80g	324%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 428mg	143%
Sodium 7264mg	316%
Total Carbohydrate 48.70g	18%
Dietary Fiber 10.60g	38%
Total Sugars 22.30g
Protein 120.20g	240%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1501mg	115%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 2690mg	57%

*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: 71.4%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 8.2%