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    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil

    Published: Jul 15, 2013 · Modified: Sep 11, 2019 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 22 Comments

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    Mini Peppers are stuffed with zesty turkey sausage, fresh mozzarella and basil, then cooked on the grill to make bite-sized appetizers.
    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil | cookincanuck.com #recipe #grilled #appetizer

    When a recipe involves sausage, mini peppers, fresh mozzarella and the grill, I tend to think that it has everything going for it. I first became enamored by these mini sweet peppers when I skewered them in a Mixed Grill with Sausages, Mini Peppers & Zucchini. The colors are vibrant and the peppers are perfect little vessels to hold a variety of stuffings. This combination of sausage, cheese and basil happens to be low calorie and low in fat, thanks to the ingredients that I chose.

    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil | cookincanuck.com #recipe #grilled #appetizer

    Both the peppers and the sausages came from Costco. I used 5th Street Grill Italian Turkey Sausages with Peppers & Onions, but use whichever sausages appeal to you. The 5th Street Grill sausages contain only 100 calories and 3.5g of fat per sausage link. And my family loves the flavor - a must for any recipe.

    The beauty of a recipe like this, besides being treated to little bursts of flavor when you pop the peppers into your mouth, is that it lends itself to variations.

    Here are a few variations:

    - Sauteed, chopped mushrooms with fresh thyme
    - Goat cheese, topped with panko breadcrumbs
    - Cream cheese and crumbled bacon
    - Black beans, Monterey jack cheese and salsa
    - Chopped artichoke hearts and feta cheese
    - Shredded Buffalo chicken and cheddar cheese

    Recipe:

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil | cookincanuck.com #recipe #grilled #appetizer

    Grill the turkey sausage, about 4 minutes per side. Dice the sausage and place in a bowl.

    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil | cookincanuck.com #recipe #grilled #appetizer

    Add the mozzarella to the sausage, along with half of the basil and the ground pepper.

    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil | cookincanuck.com #recipe #grilled #appetizer

    Turn the grill to medium heat.

    Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the membranes and seeds. Place the peppers in a bowl and toss with the olive oil.

    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil | cookincanuck.com #recipe #grilled #appetizer

    Fill each pepper with about 1 teaspoon of the sausage mixture. Place the stuffed peppers on the grill and cook until the peppers are beginning to soften and the cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.

    Garnish the peppers with the remaining basil. Serve hot or at room temperature.

    Other grilled appetizers:

    Grilled Appetizer Recipes | cookincanuck.com #recipe #grilling #appetizer
    Cookin' Canuck's Grilled Zucchini Roll Recipe with Goat Cheese, Roasted Peppers & Capers
    Cookin' Canuck's Grilled Mushrooms with Smoked Paprika & Chive Dipping Sauce
    Half Baked Harvest's Peach & Gorgonzola Grilled Polenta Rounds with Chipotle Honey
    Italian Chips' Grilled Eggplant with Buffalo Mozzarella & Fresh Tomato
    A Bachelor & His Grill's Mango & Chilli-Glazed Grilled Kauai Prawn

    Mini Grilled Stuffed Peppers Recipe with Sausage & Basil

    Mini Peppers are stuffed with zesty turkey sausage, fresh mozzarella and basil, then cooked on the grill to make bite-sized appetizers.
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    Course: Appetizers
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: Stuffed Peppers
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 24 Mini Stuffed Pepper Halves
    Calories: 32.1kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 1 link flavored cooked turkey sausage
    • 1 ½ ounces fresh mozzarella cheese diced
    • 6 large basil leaves thinly sliced
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
    • 12 mini bell peppers
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
    • Grill the turkey sausage, about 4 minutes per side. Dice the sausage and place in a bowl.
    • Add the mozzarella to the sausage, along with half of the basil and the ground pepper.
    • Turn the grill to medium heat.
    • Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the membranes and seeds. Place the peppers in a bowl and toss with the olive oil.
    • Fill each pepper with about 1 teaspoon of the sausage mixture. Place the stuffed peppers on the grill and cook until the peppers are beginning to soften and the cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.
    • Garnish the peppers with the remaining basil. Serve.

    Notes

    WW (Old Points) 1 / WW (Points+) 1

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2Stuffed Halves | Calories: 32.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.8g | Protein: 1.9g | Fat: 1.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 6.7mg | Sodium: 61.5mg | Potassium: 1.2mg | Fiber: 1.1g | Sugar: 1.3g
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      1. Jersey Girl Cooks

        July 16, 2013 at 8:44 pm

        What a cute little appetizer. I buy these mini peppers all the time. Love their sweet taste.

        Reply
      2. Aggie

        July 16, 2013 at 3:20 pm

        These would make such a great appetizer for friends and fam to munch on! Really loving this Dara!

        Reply
      3. Donna

        July 16, 2013 at 12:13 pm

        What a fun way to use these little beauties!

        Reply
      4. Rachel Cooks

        July 16, 2013 at 11:27 am

        Love these mini peppers so much! Grilling them is genius!

        Reply
      5. Sandy @ RE

        July 16, 2013 at 8:06 am

        Oh, my goodness, friend. Love these! Perfect appetizer!

        Reply
      6. Frank @Memorie di Angelina

        July 16, 2013 at 7:13 am

        Those little fellas look *so* tasty! I've got to try these soon.

        Reply
      7. Kiran @ KiranTarun.com

        July 15, 2013 at 7:25 pm

        These are so cute and delicious appetizer, Dara 🙂

        Reply
      8. Nessa

        July 15, 2013 at 4:42 pm

        This looks delectable!

        Reply
      9. kirsten@FarmFreshFeasts

        July 15, 2013 at 12:45 pm

        Dara,
        I just joined Pinterest after learning all about it at the G+ Virtual Food Bloggers conference over the weekend, and this morning I set up an Awesome Veggie Apps and Snacks board. And now, I've pinned this recipe to it. Thanks so much!

        Reply
      10. Kalyn

        July 15, 2013 at 12:09 pm

        This sounds delicious; another great use for that sausage!

        Reply
      11. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet

        July 15, 2013 at 12:03 pm

        Love the mini peppers appetizer!

        Reply
      12. sippitysup

        July 15, 2013 at 12:02 pm

        A very similar version to this shows up on my Thanksgiving sideboard every year. One of my friends is obsessed with these little peppers and makes them every year. So I always associate them with cool weather. But in reality these peppers (all peppers??) are seasonal in the summer and are far more suited to warm weather. Maybe I'll forward this link to her. GREG

        Reply
      13. Norma @ Allspice and Nutmeg

        July 15, 2013 at 11:23 am

        I love stuffed peppers! This a great idea and so easy too.

        Reply
      14. Mr. & Mrs. P

        July 15, 2013 at 11:20 am

        What perfect little appetizers!!! LOVE!

        Reply
      15. Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch

        July 15, 2013 at 10:46 am

        This look really delicious!!!

        Reply
      16. Laura (Tutti Dolci)

        July 15, 2013 at 10:27 am

        I love stuffed peppers and minis are even better!

        Reply
      17. Bev @ Bev Cooks

        July 15, 2013 at 8:19 am

        Waaaant it, want it, want it.

        Reply
      18. Tieghan

        July 15, 2013 at 7:57 am

        These are so cute and I love the flavors! What a perfect summer appetizer or even side! Love all the basil!

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      19. Ali | Gimme Some Oven

        July 15, 2013 at 6:54 am

        These are too cute!!! Love that bright pop of color. And no twisting my arm with sausage and basil. Beautiful, Dara!

        Reply
      20. Sommer @ ASpicyPerspective

        July 15, 2013 at 6:10 am

        Fabulous appetizer, Dara!

        Reply
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