Ingredients
1 lb (450g) Mediterranean-style chicken or turkey sausage, sliced into rounds or cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, unsalted
1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon (optional, for brightness)
2 tbsp water or vegetable broth (optional, for a looser consistency)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and just cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove sausage from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook until softened and golden, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, smoked paprika, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the mixture to slightly reduce and thicken.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. If the mixture is too thick, add water or vegetable broth to reach the desired consistency. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
Garnish with fresh parsley and the zest of a lemon, and serve hot. Optional: drizzle with a small amount of lemon juice before serving for extra brightness.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute the sausage with firm tofu cubes or halved chickpeas for a meat-free alternative.
Use any canned white bean variety, such as great northern or northern beans.
Adjust the spices to taste—add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Mediterranean Table
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of skillet mix with 2-3 pieces of sausage
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg