Mediterranean Diet Pasta with Sausage
Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Pasta with Sausage recipe—a wholesome, flavor-packed dish that celebrates fresh, nutritious ingredients. Featuring hearty whole wheat pasta, lean turkey sausage, and a medley of colorful veggies like red bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes, this skillet dinner is brimming with Mediterranean charm. Kalamata olives lend a briny depth, while fresh basil, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice brighten every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of creamy feta cheese, this 35-minute recipe strikes the perfect balance of indulgence and health. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s a satisfying, nutrient-rich meal your family will love. Perfectly suited for fans of Mediterranean cuisine, healthy dinner recipes, and pasta dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz whole wheat pasta
- 12 oz lean turkey sausage
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Remove the casing from the lean turkey sausage and add the sausage to the skillet. Cook, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add diced red bell pepper and zucchini slices. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until they start to soften.
Add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to blister.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Stir in the sliced kalamata olives.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together over low heat.
Remove the skillet from heat. Add chopped fresh basil and the juice of one lemon. Season with salt and black pepper.
Top with crumbled feta cheese and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.7 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.9 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 307 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 7358 mg | 320% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.5 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 107.4 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 714 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2926 mg | 62% | |
*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.
