Big Lake Minnesota-Inspired Campfire Grilled Sausage and Pepper Packets

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-14 · Updated 2026-05-14

Hearty sausage and colorful bell peppers grilled in foil packets for an easy, flavorful outdoor meal inspired by lakeside camping. This american-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 40 minutes pairs olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces smoked sausage
• 1 large, sliced into strips red bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into strips yellow bell pepper
• 1 large, sliced into strips green bell pepper
• 1 medium, sliced into thin wedges red onion
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh parsley
• 4 large sheets aluminum foil

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 pound sliced smoked sausage, 1 large sliced red bell pepper, 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper, 1 large sliced green bell pepper, and 1 medium sliced red onion.
2. Step 2: Drizzle 3 tablespoons olive oil over the mixture, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Toss well until all ingredients are evenly coated with the seasoning and oil.
3. Step 3: Tear 4 large sheets of aluminum foil and divide the sausage and pepper mixture evenly among them, creating individual packets by folding and sealing edges tightly to trap steam.
4. Step 4: Place the foil packets on a preheated grill over medium heat (around 375°F) and cook for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until sausage is heated through and peppers are tender.
5. Step 5: Remove packets carefully from the grill, open cautiously to avoid steam, garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, and serve directly from the packets for an easy lakeside meal.