Sheet Pan Sweet Potato, Broccoli, Honey Garlic Sausage & Basil Pesto
Need an easy dinner idea with just 4 ingredients? This Sheet Pan Sweet Potato, Broccoli, Honey Garlic Sausage & Basil Pesto meal is perfect for busy weeknights!
Are you a fan of quick, easy, and delicious sheet pan meals that require just four simple ingredients? Because I know I am!
Not only does this dish hit the flavour and nutrition jackpot, but it also checks off another big winβminimal dishes! (Seriously, who wants to scrub a pile of pots and pans after dinner?)
The Story Behind This Recipe
This meal was born on one of those nightsβyou know, the kind where you stare into the fridge, hoping for inspiration, and ask your family, "What do you want for dinner?"β¦ only to be met with silence.
Sound familiar? Same here!
That night, I had some leftover honey garlic sausage that either needed to be cooked immediately or sent to the freezer. I also had some broccoli that was looking a little sadβbut I hate wasting food (and money!), so I was determined to use it.
Since I always aim for a balanced meal with protein, fibre, and carbohydrates, I grabbed a sweet potato to round it all out. And then? A jar of basil pesto caught my eye, and just like that, this simple yet flavour-packed recipe came together!
Since then, it has become a staple in my homeβitβs quick, easy, nutrient-dense, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Why Sheet Pan Meals are a Game-Changer
If you havenβt fully embraced sheet pan meals, let me convince you why they should be in your regular rotation:
β Minimal Cleanup β One pan = fewer dishes. Enough said!
β Hands-Off Cooking β Once everything is prepped and in the oven, youβre free to tackle other tasks while dinner takes care of itself.
β Endless Variety β Switch up the proteins, veggies, and seasonings to keep things exciting.
β Great for Meal Prep β Make extra for easy lunches the next day!
If youβre busy (like most of us!), this is the perfect way to keep meals simple and stress-free.
A Feast for the Eyes & Taste Buds
One of my favourite things about this dish? The vibrant colours on the plate! π The deep orange sweet potato, bright green broccoli, and rich, herby pesto make it as beautiful as it is delicious.
And letβs be realβthe more visually appealing a meal is, the more excited you are to eat it!
Easy Substitutions & Variations
Want to switch it up? No problem!
π Half broccoli, half cauliflower β Just as delicious and a great way to use what you have on hand.
π Swap the sausage β Try chicken sausage, turkey sausage, or even tofu for a plant-based option.
π Make it creamy! β Mix a spoonful of Greek yogurt into the pesto before drizzling it over the dish. This gives it a rich, creamy texture while adding extra protein!
Final Thoughts
This 4-ingredient sheet pan meal is a game-changerβitβs fast, nutritious, and full of flavour. Plus, itβs one of those meals that feels effortless but delivers on taste, nutrition, and convenience.
Sheet Pan Sweet Potato, Broccoli, Honey Garlic Sausage & Basil Pesto
Need an easy dinner idea with just 4 ingredients? This Sheet Pan Sweet Potato, Broccoli, Honey Garlic Sausage & Basil Pesto meal is perfect for busy weeknights! π π₯¦
Ingredients:
3 cups of sweet potato (peeled & cubed into 1-inch pieces)
7 cups of broccoli (chopped)
3 honey garlic sausages
β cup of basil pesto
1 tbsp oil (for drizzling)
Salt & pepper to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375Β°F.
Peel and cube sweet potatoes, then toss them onto a baking sheet. Drizzle with oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 10 minutes.
While the sweet potato cooks, chop broccoli and prep the sausages.
Add broccoli and sausages to the baking sheet. Cook for 15 minutes.
Remove the pan from the oven, toss everything with basil pesto, and return to the oven for a final 10 minutes.
Serve and enjoy this quick, flavour-packed meal!
Connect with Dietitian Jess!
I hope you love this 4-ingredient sheet pan meal as much as I do! If you try them, Iβd love to hear what you think in the comment box below!
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