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Sausage Squash Stir-Fry

Katie WellsAug 10, 2011Updated: Jan 3, 2020
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Stir-frys are one of my biggest mommy hacks. They are full of flavor, only take one pan to make, and come together in just minutes for a fast and simple meal.

This summer squash sausage stir-fry is especially good as a seasonal recipe when squash and zucchini are in season because they are so inexpensive at the store. This recipe can be made in one pan quickly for a busy night and customized with different flavors by adding homemade spice blends.

Also, since this is a sausage-based recipe, it makes a great quick breakfast that is egg-free, dairy-free, and a good source of protein and vegetables.

As with any stir-fry, customize to your preferences with spices. You can even mix up the meats or vegetables to suit your favorites and what you have on hand.

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sausage and squash stir fry recipe

Sausage and Summer Squash Stir-Fry Recipe

Katie Wells
A simple, one pan stir-fry that kids and adults both love.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 4 -6
Calories 319 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sausage links
  • 2 onions
  • 3 medium summer squash (or zucchini)
  • 1 TBSP butter
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp basil

Instructions
 

  • Slice the sausage into thin slices.
  • Brown them in a large skillet or wok until well cooked and browned.
  • Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
  • Slice the onion into thin slices and saute until soft.
  • While the onions are cooking, peel and slice the summer squash.
  • Add the summer squash, butter, and spices to the onions.
  • Cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the squash is soft.
  • Return the sausage to the pan and cook until heated.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Use whichever spices you like best for this stir-fry!

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 19.3gProtein: 17.9gFat: 19.6gSaturated Fat: 7.4gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 1210mgFiber: 2.5gSugar: 8.2g
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We make stir-frys pretty often and even make them for breakfast since they are easy, fast, and nutritious. Some of our other favorites are:

  • Chicken Vegetable Stir-Fry
  • Apple chicken Stir-Fry
  • Chinese Chicken Stir-Fry
  • Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry

What’s your favorite “one pan” meal? Tell me in the comments below!

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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder of Wellness Mama and Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a wife and mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

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Discussion (14 Comments)

  1. Jennifer Martin

    January 12, 2020 at 10:25 PM

    I’m curious at why the summer squash needs to be peeled? I’ve always left it on in my recipes.

    Reply
  2. Beau Riley

    March 17, 2016 at 8:32 AM

    I treated the sausage as a separate component from the outset. I started the cooking the sausage immediately (approx. 5 inch slices). Once the sausage was browned in the pan, I took out the cutting board and sliced the sausages into quarter inch chunks. I immediately put the sausages on a baking sheet and broiled them on low. Then I integrated the sausage into the recipe.

    Reply
  3. sarah

    March 29, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    This looks so good ( and easy too!) It just seems to me like it needs something else… Maybe another kind of veggie, or even something sweet like pineapples or cut up apples… Hmm…I’ll have to think about it.

    Reply
  4. kellie

    August 21, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Hi! this looks great!  just wondering how many people this recipe is meant to serve? Thanks again!

    Reply
    • Wellness Mama

      August 23, 2011 at 7:58 PM

      It would probably serve 6-8 for one meal. There are six of us (four kids though) and it is one full meal and sides for another meal.

      Reply
  5. Kristen

    August 11, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    wow! can’t wait to try it…we have squash coming out our ears from our garden and I always need new recipes!

    Reply
  6. Kristen

    August 11, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    wow! can’t wait to try it…we have squash coming out our ears from our garden and I always need new recipes!

    Reply
  7. Robyn

    August 11, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    I love sausage and kale. I slice the sausage and brown it in the pan, along with onions and garlic (usually in bacon fat), add in a splash of chicken broth, canned diced tomatoes and kale. Throw a lid on until the kale cooks down, let it simmer until we’re ready to eat. Soooo flavorful and easy!

    Reply
  8. Pam S.

    August 11, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    I do something similar for a quick one pan meal.  Saute sausage and add in thinly sliced onion and cabbage.  When the cabbage cooks I season with salt, pepper and vinegar.

    Reply
  9. Sherry England

    August 11, 2011 at 1:12 AM

    Where do you find nitrite free sausage? I cannot find it at Kroger.Maybe on my next trip to alt doc 60 mi away we will go to health food store-we lost our local health food store due to economy. 

    Reply
    • Wellness Mama

      August 11, 2011 at 2:10 AM

      I was able to find at our store here, but I’ve also ordered online from US Wellness Meats before.

      Reply
    • Kay Jay

      August 14, 2011 at 11:05 PM

      Target has some delicious nitrite/nitrate free sausages to choose from. 
      I stir fry it along w/ an onion & a variety of colored peppers & it’s delicious!

      Reply
    • MaryClare Green

      August 11, 2013 at 3:21 PM

      Aidells is nitrate free!

      Reply
  10. Sherry England

    August 11, 2011 at 1:07 AM

    You could saute` the yellow squash and onion in coconut oil too. I seem to use more and more coconut oil and less butter anymore.

    Reply

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