Grilled Texas-Style Smoked Sausage with Mustard Slaw

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Smoky grilled sausage paired with a tangy mustard-based slaw, delivering bold Texas-inspired flavors perfect for a summer cookout. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 30 minutes pairs (about 12 oz each) smoked sausage links, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 smoked sausage links with 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Step 2: Place sausages on the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes, until sausages are heated through and have grill marks.
  3. Step 3: While sausages grill, prepare the slaw by combining 3 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup shredded red cabbage, and 1 grated medium carrot in a large bowl.
  4. Step 4: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup yellow mustard, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tsp celery seed, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Pour the mustard dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables.
  6. Step 6: Serve the grilled sausages alongside a generous scoop of mustard slaw for a tangy and smoky pairing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Texas-Style Smoked Sausage with Mustard Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Texas-Style Smoked Sausage with Mustard Slaw?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep yellow mustard from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Texas-Style Smoked Sausage with Mustard Slaw?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Texas-Style Smoked Sausage with Mustard Slaw for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Texas-Style Smoked Sausage with Mustard Slaw?

American grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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