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Sausage asparagus quinoa pasta in a cast iron skillet.
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Sausage Asparagus Quinoa Pasta

Sausage Asparagus Quinoa Pasta is a quick-to-make combination of quinoa pasta with Italian sausage, asparagus, and parmesan cheese. It is very filling and satisfying dinner dish.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword dinner, gluten-free, lunch, one-pan
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 588kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, cook the hot Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. It will take about 10-15 minutes.
  • Then, transfer the sausages to a plate.
  • When cool enough to handle, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook quinoa fusilli at a boil until tender yet firm, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in the same skillet you use to cook the sausage over medium heat;
  • Add asparagus and sauté stir until they start to soften, 4 minutes or so.
  • Add onions and stir until they are gold browned.
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add reserved quinoa fusilli and Italian sausage and stir well for 1 minute.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • If necessary, adjust seasoning and add more olive oil to add more flavor.
  • Garnish with parmesan and chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap the sausage with your favourite if you prefer a more mild one.
  • I use quinoa fusilli but you can use a different pasta. 
  • Make sure to remove the woody ends of the asparagus before cooking. 
  • To store: Store the leftover sausage asparagus pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • To reheat: You can easily reheat everything in the microwave. 
  • To freeze: Once cooled completely, transfer the dish to an airtight freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 588kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 1662mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g