Sausage in Sunshine
Brighten up your breakfast or brunch with "Sausage in Sunshine," a vibrant and hearty dish that combines savory sausage links wrapped in sunny-side-up eggs with a colorful medley of sautéed bell peppers, red onion, and fresh spinach. This 30-minute recipe is packed with protein and nutrient-rich veggies, making it as nutritious as it is visually striking. A touch of paprika and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese bring depth and flavor to every bite, while the clever cooking technique keeps the yolks perfectly runny for irresistible richness. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a quick, satisfying dinner, this delightful dish is as much a treat for the eyes as it is for the taste buds. Enjoy it served over the vegetable bed for a wholesome, beautifully plated meal that’s bursting with color and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 units Sausage links
- 6 units Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Bell peppers (mixed colors, diced)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (diced)
- 1 cup Spinach (fresh)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the sausage links to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and browned. Remove the sausage links from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced bell peppers and red onion to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until wilted. Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel. Heat the skillet over low-medium heat and lightly grease with a small amount of olive oil or cooking spray.
Crack one egg into a small bowl. Carefully pour the egg into the skillet, keeping the yolk intact. Place one cooked sausage link at the center of the egg. Use a spatula to gently fold the egg white around the sausage, encasing it in the 'sunny-side-up' portion of the egg. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the egg white is set but the yolk remains runny. Repeat with the remaining eggs and sausage links.
To serve, plate the sautéed vegetables as a bed for the sausage-wrapped eggs. Sprinkle the dish with grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy your Sausage in Sunshine!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.7 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.4 g | 257% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1366 mg | 455% | |
| Sodium | 4801 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 79.5 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1649 mg | 35% | |
*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.
