Keto Air Fryer Sausage and Peppers - Fast, Flavorful, and Low-Carb
Ingredients
- 14–16 ounces fully cooked sausage (Italian, kielbasa, or chicken sausage; look for low-carb options)
- 3 bell peppers (mixed colors for sweetness and variety), sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 medium red onion, halved and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional but great for depth)
- 1/4–1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1–2 teaspoons red wine vinegar or lemon juice (optional finisher for brightness)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer. Set it to 380°F (193°C) for 3–5 minutes. A hot basket helps with browning.
- Prep the sausage and veggies. Slice the sausage into 1/2-inch coins on a slight diagonal. Cut peppers and onion into similar-size strips for even cooking.
- Toss with seasonings. In a large bowl, combine peppers, onion, and sausage. Drizzle with oil, then add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Load the air fryer basket. Spread the mix in a single layer if possible. If your air fryer is small, cook in two batches for best browning.
- Cook. Air fry for 10–14 minutes, shaking the basket or stirring halfway. You’re aiming for crisp edges on the sausage and tender-crisp peppers. Start checking at 10 minutes.
- Finish and taste. When done, splash with red wine vinegar or lemon juice and toss. Adjust salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley if using.
- Serve. Enjoy hot as-is, over cauliflower rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside a simple salad.
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