Mini Italian Sausage & Bell Pepper Skewers
These mini skewers feature pre-cooked Italian sausage, bell peppers, and red onion, seasoned and baked until tender-crisp. They make a fantastic appetizer or a quick, flavorful snack.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Skewers
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb pre-cooked mini Italian sausages cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large bell pepper (any color) cut into 1-inch squares
- 1/2 red onion cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze optional, for drizzling
Equipment
- Small skewers about 4-6 inches long
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking.
- In a spacious bowl, combine the cut mini sausages, bell pepper squares, and red onion pieces.
- Drizzle olive oil over the ingredients, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, tossing gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Assembling and Baking
- Carefully thread the seasoned sausage, bell pepper, and red onion pieces onto the small skewers, alternating them for an attractive presentation.
- Arrange the assembled skewers on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the skewers for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables turn tender-crisp and the sausages are thoroughly heated.
Serving
- If desired, drizzle balsamic glaze over the skewers just before serving them hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the vegetables in the olive oil and seasoning for 15-30 minutes before threading them onto the skewers. If you don't have pre-cooked sausages, make sure to cook them fully before cutting and assembling the skewers.