Tofurkey Italian Sausage: Vegan Product Information, Review and Cooking Tips

Tofurkey Italian Sausage is vegan and cholesterol-free. This meatless sausage alternative comes in a package of four vegan sausage links (in a 100% recycled paperboard package). Each link (one serving) has 270 calories, 13 grams of fat (including 1.5 grams of saturated fat), 620mg of sodium, 12 grams of carbohydrates, 8 grams of fiber, 3 grams of sugar, 29 grams of protein, 6% of the daily recommended amount of Vitamin A, 4% of the daily recommended amount of Calcium and 15% of the daily recommended amount of iron.

I love the amount of protein, fiber and iron in each serving, but am not as thrilled with the fat, saturated fat, sodium and calories. However, Tofurkey Italian Sausage is a much healthier option than traditional pork Italian sausage, which is loaded with 28 grams of fat and 65mg of cholesterol on average. Therefore, Tofurkey Italian Sausage is a great option for flexitarians and meat eaters looking for non-meat protein sources and meat alternatives that are heart healthy and full of flavor.

Vegans and vegetarians can also benefit from the protein and iron in Tofurkey Italian Sausage and, if eaten in moderation and as part of a healthy eating plan, this meat substitute is a nice occasional addition to a vegan or vegetarian diet.

Tofurkey Italian Sausage Taste Review and Cooking Tips

Tofurkey Italian Sausage has a great, robust flavor - in part from the sun-dried tomatoes and basil, I'm sure - and is really a great addition to a number of meals. I have used this tasty meat alternative many, many times in a variety of dishes and have never been disappointed.

There are several ways that I love to prepare this delicious meat substitute. Here are a few of my favorite ways to cook Tofurkey's vegan, meatless Italian Sausage:

1. Serve this tasty meatless sausage sandwich style - Cook on stovetop with a small amount of oil and serve on a bun with sautéed onions and green peppers.
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3. Add tons of flavor and heartiness to pasta - Cut into rounds (like coins) and cook on the stove with a bit of oil, stir into marinara and serve over your choice of pasta. (for an even heartier sauce I sometimes will also mix in vegan ground crumbles along with the Tofurkey Italian Sausage)
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5. Serve meatless sausage at your next BBQ - Tofurkey Italian Sausage is amazing when cooked on the grill. For added flavor and ease of grilling you can lightly oil the vegan sausage link before placing it on the grill, or just put it on there as is.
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7. Serve it like a hot dog - For a spicy, vegan alternative to hot dogs, cook Tofurkey Italian Sausage on the stove or the grill and serve in a bun with your favorite hot dog fixings.
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9. Serve it in a single-bowl meal - When I'm in a rush or just don't feel like spending hours cooking up a vegan feast, my partner and I enjoy eating Tofurkey Italian Sausage mixed with rice and veggies in a bowl. Cut up the Tofurkey Italian Sausage into rounds, cook on the stove with some oil and mix it in with brown rice and steamed vegetables for a quick, filling meal.

For more information on Tofurkey Italian Sausage, other Tofurkey products and recipe tips, visit tofurkey.com.