Vegetarian sausage salad

Summary

Vegetarian sausage salad is not just a delightful twist on a classic dish, but also a flavorful experience that packs health benefits. Ditch the traditional meaty options and dive into this fresh, protein-rich mix that leaves you wanting more. The following recipe details how to whip up this delectable dish, which is sure to be a hit at any meal.

Ingredients

• 4 Vegetarian sausages (400g [14 oz])
• 2 cups of mixed salad greens (50g [2 oz])
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced (150g [5 oz])
• 1 cucumber, chopped (300g [10 oz])
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced (70g [2.5 oz])
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (60g [2 oz])
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (35g [1.2 oz])
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette (60ml [2 fl oz])

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Serves: 4

Nutritional Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Dietary Fiber: 5g
• Sugars: 8g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 420mg

Instructions

1. Begin by preheating your grill or stovetop pan over medium heat.
2. Once heated, place the vegetarian sausages on the grill or pan.
3. Cook the sausages for about 7 minutes, turning occasionally until they’re browned evenly.
4. While the sausages are cooking, in a large mixing bowl, toss together the mixed salad greens, sliced red bell pepper, chopped cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
5. Once your vegetarian sausages are done, remove them from the heat and let them cool for about 2 minutes.
6. Slice the cooked sausages into bite-sized pieces.
7. Add these sliced sausages to the salad mix in the bowl.
8. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sunflower seeds over the top.
9. Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad.
10. Toss everything gently to ensure the Vegetarian sausage salad is well mixed and evenly coated with the vinaigrette.

Tips

1. For an added kick, consider adding some sliced jalapeños or a dash of chili flakes to the salad.
2. You can substitute sunflower seeds with pumpkin seeds or even slivered almonds for a different crunch.
3. If you’re not a fan of feta, try using goat cheese or even mozzarella pearls.

Serving Suggestions

Vegetarian sausage salad is versatile and pairs well with various accompaniments. Consider serving it with:

• A slice of whole grain or sourdough bread.
• A refreshing glass of iced lemon tea or a citrus-infused water.
• If you’re keen on a side dish, a serving of roasted sweet potatoes or a simple quinoa pilaf complements the flavors perfectly.

This Vegetarian sausage salad not only delivers on taste but also provides a balanced meal, perfect for those on AH7’s journey towards health and wellness. Delight your taste buds, fuel your body right, and relish in the richness of this easy-to-make salad. Remember, good food choices are the cornerstone of a healthy life. Cheers to smart, scrumptious choices!

VEGETARIAN SAUSAGE SALAD

Vegetarian sausage salad is not just a delightful twist on a classic dish, but also a flavorful experience that packs health benefits. Ditch the traditional meaty options and dive into this fresh, protein-rich mix that leaves you wanting more. The following recipe details how to whip up this delectable dish, which is sure to be a hit at any meal.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

VEGETARIAN SAUSAGE SALAD

Amount per Serving

Calories

320

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

20

g

31

%

Saturated Fat

 

4

g

25

%

Cholesterol

 

15

mg

5

%

Sodium

 

420

mg

18

%

Carbohydrates

 

20

g

7

%

Fiber

 

5

g

21

%

Sugar

 

8

g

9

%

Protein

 

18

g

36

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• 4 Vegetarian sausages 400g [14 oz]
• 2 cups of mixed salad greens 50g [2 oz]
• 1 red bell pepper sliced (150g [5 oz])
• 1 cucumber chopped (300g [10 oz])
• ½ red onion thinly sliced (70g [2.5 oz])
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese 60g [2 oz]
• ¼ cup sunflower seeds 35g [1.2 oz]
• ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette 60ml [2 fl oz]

Instructions

• Begin by preheating your grill or stovetop pan over medium heat.
• Once heated, place the vegetarian sausages on the grill or pan.
• Cook the sausages for about 7 minutes, turning occasionally until they’re browned evenly.
• While the sausages are cooking, in a large mixing bowl, toss together the mixed salad greens, sliced red bell pepper, chopped cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
• Once your vegetarian sausages are done, remove them from the heat and let them cool for about 2 minutes.
• Slice the cooked sausages into bite-sized pieces.
• Add these sliced sausages to the salad mix in the bowl.
• Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sunflower seeds over the top.
• Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad.
• Toss everything gently to ensure the Vegetarian sausage salad is well mixed and evenly coated with the vinaigrette.

Notes

TIPS

For an added kick, consider adding some sliced jalapeños or a dash of chili flakes to the salad.
You can substitute sunflower seeds with pumpkin seeds or even slivered almonds for a different crunch.
If you’re not a fan of feta, try using goat cheese or even mozzarella pearls.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Vegetarian sausage salad is versatile and pairs well with various accompaniments. Consider serving it with:

A slice of whole grain or sourdough bread.
A refreshing glass of iced lemon tea or a citrus-infused water.
If you’re keen on a side dish, a serving of roasted sweet potatoes or a simple quinoa pilaf complements the flavors perfectly.