Mediterranean Diet Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies
Elevate your appetizer game with these Mediterranean Diet Sweet and Spicy Little Smokies, a flavor-packed twist on a party classic! Made with lean turkey sausage links and coated in a delightful blend of honey (or date syrup), harissa paste, smoked paprika, and warm spices like cumin and garlic powder, these smokies strike the perfect balance of sweetness and fiery zest. The addition of fresh lemon juice brightens the dish, while the final sprinkle of parsley adds a refreshing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this skillet-cooked treat boasts bold Mediterranean flavors and works beautifully as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a delicious addition to a mezze platter. Perfectly caramelized and irresistibly smoky, these bite-sized wonders are a must-try for any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Turkey sausage links (mini or sliced into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 tbsp Honey or date syrup
- 1 tbsp Harissa paste
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the turkey sausage links and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey (or date syrup), harissa paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the sweet and spicy mixture over the browned sausage links in the skillet.
Stir to coat all the sausage links evenly and let them cook for an additional 7-8 minutes over medium-low heat, allowing the sauce to slightly caramelize and thicken.
Remove from heat and transfer the sausages to a serving platter.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the sausages for a fresh finishing touch.
Serve immediately with toothpicks or skewers as a party appetizer or as part of a Mediterranean-inspired spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 4566 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.4 g | ||
| Protein | 66.6 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1487 mg | 32% | |
*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.
