Ingredients
2 cups corn kernels (from 3 cooked ears of corn)
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 oz cooked sausage (such as Cajun, Andouille, or smoked sausage)
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1 large zucchini, sliced
½ teaspoon chili powder
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Slice the cooked sausage into coins and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes on one side, then flip over and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a large plate.
- In the same skillet, add the diced bell pepper and cook for about 4 minutes on medium heat. You may need to add some of the reserved oil from the sausage to prevent the veggies from sticking. Once cooked, remove the bell pepper and set it aside with the sausage.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced zucchini and cook for about 3 minutes on medium heat. Again, use some reserved oil if necessary to prevent sticking.
- Slice the corn kernels off the cob and add them to the skillet. Combine the cooked sausage, bell pepper, zucchini, and corn in the skillet. Add the reserved oil from the sausage and mix everything well. Sprinkle in the chili powder and reheat on low heat.
- Once everything is combined and heated through, remove the skillet from the heat. Top the dish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to use any type of sausage you prefer, such as Italian sausage, chicken sausage, or turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- You can substitute the bell pepper and zucchini with other veggies like mushrooms, onions, or spinach.
- Adjust the chili powder for more or less heat, or add other spices like paprika or cumin for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat on low heat or microwave individual portions until hot.
- For a heartier meal, serve over rice, quinoa, or mashed potatoes.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or more chili powder.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
