Sheet-Pan Sausage, Sweet-Potato & Asparagus Dinner
Experience a delightful, hassle-free meal with this Sheet-Pan Sausage, Sweet-Potato & Asparagus Dinner. Juicy Italian sausages pair beautifully with roasted sweet potatoes and crisp asparagus, all enhanced by a flavorful blend of seasonings. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish provides comfort food vibes while sneaking in essential veggies. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy a hearty dinner without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausages (spicy or mild)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed (about 3 cups)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cubed sweet potatoes and trimmed asparagus. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Slice the Italian sausages into thick chunks and add them to the vegetable mixture. Toss again.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until sausages are browned and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the dish before serving and mix gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider using smoked paprika or adding cherry tomatoes. Substitute sweet potatoes with butternut squash or zucchini for a different twist. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.