Heart-Healthy Apple Pork Sausage
Savor the perfect balance of savory and sweet with this Heart-Healthy Apple Pork Sausage recipe—a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional sausage! Made with lean ground pork, grated apple (choose Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for a hint of natural sweetness), and wholesome rolled oats, these patties are packed with flavor and heart-smart ingredients. A fragrant blend of dried sage, thyme, and garlic powder creates an irresistible aroma, while a touch of extra virgin olive oil ensures a golden-brown sear. Ready in just 40 minutes, these sausages are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, and pair beautifully with whole-grain toast or a fresh green salad. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, this recipe is proof that comfort food can be both indulgent and nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Lean ground pork
- 1 medium Apple (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and grated
- 60 grams Rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried sage
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Start by placing the lean ground pork in a large mixing bowl. Add the grated apple to the pork.
Add rolled oats, garlic powder, onion powder, dried sage, dried thyme, sea salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Using clean hands or a spatula, mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 2 inches in diameter.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the sausage patties to the skillet. Cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 71°C (160°F) and are browned on the outside.
Remove the sausages from the skillet and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the sausages warm, along with a side of your choice, such as whole-grain toast or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.0 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2610 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 107.0 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1959 mg | 42% | |
*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.
