Keto Sheet Pan Sausage and Asparagus

1Ingredients

• 1 poundKeto-friendly sausage (fully cooked, e.g., Italian or chicken sausage)
• 1 poundFresh asparagus
• 2 tablespoonsOlive oil
• 1 teaspoonGarlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoonSalt
• 0.3 teaspoonBlack pepper

2Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.

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2. 2

   Slice the fully cooked sausage into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears.

   ⏱ 5 min
3. 3

   On the prepared baking sheet, combine the sliced sausage and trimmed asparagus. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything gently with your hands or tongs until evenly coated.

   ⏱ 3 min
4. 4

   Spread the sausage and asparagus in a single layer across the baking sheet, ensuring not to overcrowd it. This helps them cook evenly and brown nicely.

   ⏱ 1 min
5. 5

   Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the sausage is lightly browned and heated through. You can gently toss halfway through baking if desired for even browning.

   ⏱ 20 min
6. 6

   Serve immediately as a complete low-carb main course.

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