Vegan Sausage and Peppers

This easy vegan sausage and peppers is the perfect 30-minute weeknight meal. This dish is gluten free, vegan, dairy free, low fat, and can be easily made low carb. It’s made with just a few simple ingredients, including vegan sausages, a bell pepper, an onion, tomato sauce, and tomato flavored rice or risotto.

why you’ll love this recipe

• These veggies are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
• This casserole is easy to meal prep because it can be made ahead of time. Simply assemble the casserole as directed and cover with foil. When ready, bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly.
• This vegan sausage and peppers is easy for a quick weeknight dinner because it only takes 30 minutes to make.
• To make the casserole low carb, use half cauliflower rice or brown rice.
• You can also add some chopped spinach or kale to the casserole to boost the veggie content and make the casserole even more low carb.
• To make this sausage and peppers casserole in 30 minutes or less, use pre-cooked rice or risotto.
• If you don’t have pre-cooked rice or risotto, you can cook the rice in a rice cooker or on the stovetop while the vegan sausages are cooking.
• The ingredients in this casserole are simple and easy to find.
• This vegan sausage and peppers is packed with veggies from the Italian peppers and onions vegan sausages, bell pepper, and onion.

ingredients & substitutions

Vegan Sausages

If you don’t have Italian peppers and onions vegan sausages you can use any flavor you want. Any vegan sausage will do! You can also use another type of vegan meat, such as ground meat substitute or just omit the sausage from this sausage and peppers dish.

Bell Pepper

If you don’t have a bell pepper, you can substitute another type of pepper, such as a green pepper, red pepper, or yellow pepper. You can also use zucchini or yellow squash as a substitute in this vegan sausage and peppers.

Onion

If you don’t have an onion, you can substitute a shallot or a leek as a substitute. You can also omit the onion altogether for this vegan sausage, peppers and rice casserole.

Tomato Sauce

If you don’t have tomato sauce, you can substitute canned tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, or tomato paste. You can also make your own tomato sauce by simmering fresh tomatoes with garlic, onion, and herbs for this vegan sausage and peppers.

Frozen rice or instant rice

For a lower carb option you can use brown rice or substitute half the amount with cauliflower rice in this sausage and peppers dish.

taste & texture

This easy vegan sausage and peppers is packed with flavor and texture. The vegan sausages add a savory flavor and a bit of texture to the casserole, while the bell pepper and onion add sweetness and crunch. The tomato sauce provides a base for the casserole and adds flavor, while the rice or risotto provides substance.

directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, brown the vegan sausages over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add to a 9×13 baking dish. Stir in the tomato sauce and rice.

Step 5

Bake for 20 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly. Serve immediately.

expert tips & tricks

• For a spicier vegan sausage and peppers, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
• If you don’t have tomato flavored rice or risotto, you can use any type of cooked rice. Just add a tablespoon of tomato paste and a pinch of dried oregano to the rice before serving.
• To make the vegan sausage and peppers ahead of time, assemble the casserole as directed and cover with foil. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly.

how to make this lower carb

To make this vegan sausage and peppers, low carb you can use brown rice or half cauliflower rice.

how to serve, store and meal prep

Serving

This easy vegan sausage and peppers can be served with a side of crusty bread, rolls, or pasta. It can also be served with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Storing in the fridge

To store the vegan sausage and peppers in the fridge, simply place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Storing in the freezer

When storing the vegan sausage and peppers in the freezer, simply place it in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.

Reheating

To reheat the vegan sausage and peppers, simply thaw it overnight in the refrigerator if it is frozen. Then, bake the casserole at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20-30 minutes, or until it is heated through and bubbly.

Meal prepping in individual portions

When meal prepping the vegan sausage and peppers in individual portions, simply assemble the casserole as directed and divide it into individual portions. Place each portion in a separate airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

To reheat the individual portions, simply bake them at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20-30 minutes, or until they are heated through and bubbly.

Preparing beforehand and storing in the fridge to bake when you are ready

To prepare the vegan sausage and peppers beforehand and store it in the fridge to bake when you are ready, simply assemble the casserole as directed and place it in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover the baking dish with foil and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

When you are ready to bake the casserole, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake the casserole for 30 minutes, or until it is heated through and bubbly.

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