Description
This Roasted Red Pepper and Jalapeño Summer Sausage is a spicy and flavorful dish, perfect for summer gatherings. The smoky sausage pairs beautifully with roasted peppers and fresh herbs, making it an ideal appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound summer sausage
- 1 red bell pepper, roasted and peeled
- 1/2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the summer sausage into 1/2-inch thick slices and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted red pepper, minced jalapeño, chopped onion, cilantro, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine.
- Add the summer sausage slices to the bowl and gently toss to coat them with the mixture.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the summer sausage is heated through and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of jalapeño or substitute it with another sweet pepper.
- You can prepare the mixture ahead of time and bake it just before serving for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg