Sausage and Peppers over Creamy Polenta Recipe
Savor spicy vegan sausage and colorful peppers served atop rich, velvety polenta for a comforting, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb vegan sausage plant-based links or crumbles
- 2 large bell peppers mixed colors, sliced
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup polenta coarse cornmeal
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup unsweetened plant milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat; sauté onions and peppers until soft.
- Add garlic and vegan sausage; cook until browned and fragrant.
- Meanwhile, bring vegetable broth to a boil in saucepan.
- Slowly whisk in polenta; reduce heat and cook, stirring, until thick and creamy (about 20 minutes).
- Stir plant milk into polenta for extra creaminess; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve sausage and peppers over creamy polenta; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
Vitamins and minerals (per serving)
- Iron: 20%
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Calcium: 10%
- Vitamin C: 12%
- Magnesium: 8%
Additional notes/tips to enhance the flavor
- Swap plant milk for coconut cream for extra richness.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes to sausage for heat.
- Use fire-roasted peppers for smoky depth.
- Top with vegan parmesan or nutritional yeast for cheesy vibes.