Slow Cooker Sausage and Capsicum

This slow cooker sausage and capsicum recipe is the ultimate comfort food with classic Italian flavours, made in a diabetes-friendly, low-carb way. The juicy, browned sausage, tender capsicum and onion, and rich passata sauce come together for a delicious, hands-off meal—perfect for busy days. Plus, with just 7 simple ingredients (plus salt and pepper), it couldn’t be easier to make!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Juicy, browned sausages – Many recipes skip this step, but searing the sausages first locks in flavour and keeps them tender and juicy.
• Classic Italian flavours – The combination of passata, sausage, capsicum, and onion creates a warm, comforting meal.
• 7 simple ingredients – Plus salt and pepper—nothing complicated needed!
• Hands-off cooking – Just 5-10 minutes of prep, and your slow cooker does the rest—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.

INGREDIENTS

• 700g Italian sausage  – or other sausage like pork, chicken, or turkey
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 capsicums, sliced into strips – Use a mix of red, yellow, and green for colour
• 1 small brown onion, sliced into half-moons
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1½ tsp Italian seasoning – A blend of basil, oregano, thyme, and rosemary
• ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional) – Adds a little heat if you like spice
• 400 ml passata
• Salt & black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Brown the Sausages - Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
   Sear sausages on both sides for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned. This step locks in flavour and keeps the sausages juicy!
   Alternative: You can also air fry the sausages at 190°C for 5-7 minutes instead of pan-searing.
2. Prepare the Vegetables- Slice capsicums into thin strips and onion into half-moons. Mince garlic and mix with Italian seasoning and chilli flakes (if using).
3. Assemble the Slow Cooker - Place the capsicum, onion, and garlic in the slow cooker. Toss together to mix. Pour passata over the veggies. Nestle the browned sausages on top.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the sausages are fully cooked and the capsicum and onions are soft.

SERVING VARIATIONS & TOPPINGS (LOW-CARB & DIABETES-FRIENDLY)

• Over Cauliflower Rice – A great low-carb alternative to regular rice
• Over Zucchini Noodles – Light and nutritious, perfect for a pasta-like feel
  With Parmesan Cheese & Fresh Basil – Enhances  flavours

This slow cooker sausage and capsicum recipe is a simple, hearty, and diabetes-friendly meal that’s packed with flavour. The juicy, browned sausages, tender veggies, and rich passata sauce make it the perfect comfort food while keeping it low in carbs and high in nutrients.

And the best part? Just 5-10 minutes of prep, and the slow cooker does the rest!

For more diabetes Low carb recipes;

• Low-Carb Loaded Cauliflower Salad – A Protein-Packed Delight for Diabetics
• Low-Carb Chinese Slaw with Red Cabbage – Diabetes-Friendly Recipe
•  visit our recipes blog.

Disclaimer: This blog is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a qualified health provider with any questions about your condition. If you have a medical emergency, call 911 (US) or 000 (Australia) immediately, or visit your nearest emergency care center.