Sausage scallopini is a delicious low-carb twist on a classic Italian dish. Sliced Italian sausage, peppers, onions and mushrooms simmer together in a rich tomato-and-wine sauce for a satisfying, family-friendly meal.
What Is Scallopini
Traditional scallopini features thinly sliced meat, typically chicken or veal, dredged in flour and pan-fried, then finished in a lemon-butter or wine sauce. This recipe keeps the Italian-inspired sauce but replaces the thin-cut meat with flavorful Italian sausage for an easy, low-carb alternative.
Using sausage simplifies preparation—no breading or flour is needed—and delivers bold seasoning right from the start. The sausage simmers in a red wine-enhanced tomato sauce that brightens the overall flavor and gives the dish a classic Italian feel.
Sausage and Peppers Skillet
This skillet version of sausage and peppers is especially tasty. The pan-roasted sausage releases savory juices that mingle with the vegetables and sauce, concentrating the flavors. The red and green bell peppers add sweetness and color—swap the green for yellow if you prefer a sweeter profile.
This recipe is keto-friendly, with about six net carbs per serving. The full recipe yields five servings, making it convenient for weeknight dinners or easy meal prep.
Keto-Friendly Sausage
The recipe calls for thin slices of Italian sausage. You can use link-style sausages, which are easier to slice thinly, or thick sausage links cut into rounds. Ground Italian sausage is also an option if you prefer smaller pieces; kielbasa would work as a substitute as well.
30-Minute Keto Meal
This dish comes together quickly—ready in about 30 minutes—especially if you pre-slice the vegetables. Sauté the sausage, add the vegetables and mushrooms, then finish with wine, crushed tomatoes and grated Parmesan. It’s perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or for prepping lunches for the week; store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 3–4 days.
Keto Sides
Because the scallopini is rich and savory, pair it with milder side dishes so the sausage and peppers can shine. Steamed or roasted low-carb vegetables, a simple green salad or a light keto broccoli salad complement the dish well. Low-carb rolls or a creamy cauliflower mash also make great accompaniments—just keep an eye on carb counts if you’re tracking macros.
Keto Sausage and Peppers Scallopini Recipe
Below is an overview of the recipe. Exact measurements and step-by-step instructions follow in the recipe card.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 5
Net Carbs: 6 net carbs per serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 6 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1/3 cup red or Marsala cooking wine
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Swerve confectioner’s sugar substitute (optional)
Directions
1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced sausage and sauté until almost cooked through.
3. Add the sliced onion and bell peppers and sauté until they begin to soften.
4. Stir in the mushrooms and cook until softened.
5. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
6. Add the minced garlic and Italian seasoning and sauté for about 30 seconds.
7. Pour in the cooking wine and simmer until it is mostly absorbed.
8. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, then simmer for about 5 minutes to combine flavors.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using, stir in the Swerve before serving.
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Keto Sausage and Peppers Scallopini
Equipment
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 6 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1/3 cup red or Marsala cooking wine
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Swerve confectioner’s sugar substitute (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sausage and sauté until almost cooked through.
- Add the onions and peppers and sauté until starting to soften.
- Stir in the mushrooms and cook until softened.
- Drain excess grease.
- Add the garlic and Italian seasoning and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in the cooking wine and simmer until mostly absorbed.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and Parmesan; simmer 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper and stir in Swerve if using. Serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition information is approximate and provided as a courtesy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Sausage Recipes
If you like this sausage and peppers scallopini, try other low-carb sausage dishes for variety—creamy skillets, lasagna roll-ups, Cajun-style meals and sheet-pan dinners all make great additions to a keto-friendly menu.
- Keto Chicken and Sausage Cajun Alfredo
- Keto Sausage Lasagna Roll Ups
- Keto Creamy Italian Smoked Sausage Skillet
- Low-Carb Honey Garlic Sausage and Veggies Sheet Pan
- Keto TikTok Cajun Sausage Cabbage Alfredo