Cajun Corn & Beef Sausage Skillet
A quick and vibrant dish featuring Cajun spices, beef sausage, and a colorful medley of vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef sausage
- 2 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the beef sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula.
- Mix in the corn and Cajun seasoning. Cook until heated through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding diced jalapeños or hot sauce. This dish can also be served over cooked rice or quinoa for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg