Sage-Infused Pork Sausage Patties with Cinnamon-Spiced Apples
Juicy pork sausage patties seasoned with fresh sage, paired with warm cinnamon-spiced apples for a comforting Whole30 breakfast. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs ground pork, fresh sage leaves, finely chopped, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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 ground pork
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh sage leaves, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly until all spices are evenly distributed.
- Step 2: Shape the mixture into 6 equal-sized patties, about 3 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the sausage patties and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until well browned and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp coconut oil and diced 1 medium peeled apple. Sprinkle 1 tsp ground cinnamon evenly over the apples, then stir in 1 tsp fresh lemon juice.
- Step 5: Sauté the apples over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until tender and fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Step 6: Serve the sausage patties topped with the warm cinnamon-spiced apples for a hearty, Whole30-compliant breakfast.








