Heart-Healthy Classic Grilled Sausage in Bun
Give your summer cookouts a healthy upgrade with this Heart-Healthy Classic Grilled Sausage in Bun recipe! Featuring juicy, low-sodium, nitrate-free chicken sausages kissed with smoky grill marks and nestled in warm whole-grain buns, this dish is a flavorful twist on a BBQ favorite. Fresh arugula adds a peppery bite, while tangy sauerkraut and crisp red onion provide vibrant layers of texture and taste. A drizzle of yellow mustard and a sprinkling of black pepper round out this wholesome creation. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe ensures you can enjoy the indulgence of grilled delights while prioritizing heart health. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers and summer gatherings, it’s a guilt-free way to savor a classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 links Chicken sausages (low-sodium, nitrate-free)
- 4 buns Whole-grain hot dog buns
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 teaspoons Yellow mustard
- 1 cup Sauerkraut
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 cup Arugula
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat.
Lightly brush the chicken sausages with olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Thinly slice the red onion.
Place the chicken sausages on the grill, cooking for about 8-10 minutes on each side, until they are fully cooked and have nice grill marks.
While the sausages are grilling, warm the whole-grain buns on the upper grill rack or on the cooler side of the grill for about 3-4 minutes.
Divide the arugula evenly between each bun and place in the bottom of each bun as a fresh, peppery base.
Once the sausages are cooked, place one in each bun on top of the arugula.
Top each sausage with about 1/4 cup of sauerkraut and several slices of red onion.
Add a teaspoon of yellow mustard over the toppings per bun serving.
Sprinkle each with a pinch of black pepper for additional flavor.
Serve immediately, enjoying this heart-healthy take on a classic grilled sausage in a bun.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 246 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 2913 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 79.9 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1557 mg | 33% | |
*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.
