Schurman-WW Crustless Pizza Bake is a high-flavor, low-carb dish that is ideal even for pizza enthusiasts. It has assorted mixings in the style of a pizza; cheese, tomato sauce, toppings, but with no large amount of carbs. The meal is sublime, satisfying & very simple to prepare. WW Crustless Pizza Bake is a recipe that you can use as lunch or dinner to keep the points low. You may prepare it before and bake at a convenient time. It is also healthy to feed a family or deliver at a party. Include your preferred toppings: mushrooms, peppers, and turkey pepperoni. It feels good & you can feel clean. This savory crustless bake reminds comfort food but without all the calories.
STATS:
- Diet: Weight Watchers, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
- Course: Main
- Working time (total): 40 minutes
- Time for prep: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: Needs 30 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total yield: 6 servings
- Size/serving: 1 square
- Level of difficulty: Easy
- Mode of cooking: Baking
EQUIPMENT:
- 9×9 baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk/spoon
- Oven
- Knife & cutting board
- Measuring cups & spoons
INGREDIENTS:
- One cup of shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese
- Four big eggs
- Half a cup of unsweetened almond/skim milk
- One cup of reduced-sugar pizza sauce/marinara
- Half a teaspoon of powdered garlic
- Half a teaspoon of dried oregano
- To taste, add salt and black pepper.
- ½ cup of bell peppers, chopped
- Half a cup of chopped onions
- Half a cup of crushed mushrooms
- Twelve pieces of vegan / turkey pepperoni
- Spray for cooking (for greasing)
INGREDIENT NOTES:
Cheese:
- The points can be kept down by using low-fat mozzarella. It can also be mixed with part-skim cheddar.
Eggs:
- These are the brackets of the crust. They make it a source of protein and a filler.
Milk:
- The fewer points to consume unsweetened almond milk. Skim milk will do the trick in case you are fond of dairy.
Sauce:
- Choose a no/no-sugar-added marinara to turn it into a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe.
Toppings:
- Turkey pepperoni is spicy and low-fat. Add some vegetables like mushrooms and bell pepper to give it flavor and to your body.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Set the oven temperature to 375°F/190°C.
- Now, put the oil in a small amount in the baking dish.
- Crack the eggs in a bowl & whisk thoroughly.
- Add the items (oregano, almond milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder) to one pot.
- While stirring, add half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Add the chopped mushrooms, onions, and peppers.
- Gently stir.
- Fill the baking dish with this mixture after it has been oiled.
- Top with a spoonful of pizza sauce. Gently spread.
- Place slices of turkey pepperoni on top.
- Sprinkle the rest of the cheese on it.
- Bake until the middle is firm, about 30 minutes.
- Cheese ought to be golden and bubbling.
- Before slicing, let it cool for five to ten minutes.
- If preferred, serve warm with a side salad.
TIPS:
- Sprinkle some spinach, olive/jalapenos onto it.
- Add spices, i.e., red chili flakes.
- Eat without meat and skip pepperoni or vegetarian meat.
- Silicone-made baking dishes are simple to wash.
- One can put diced turkey sausage on top of breakfast to take with fruits.
- Put your leftovers in a store and consume them when you have a power lunch throughout the week.
STORAGE DETAILS:
FRIDGE:
- Keep chilled leftovers in a tightly sealed container. You can keep it just for four days in the fridge. When again needed to serve, just reheat slowly in the oven/microwave.
FREEZER:
- Place each portion in a covered container & freeze it. For the two months, you can keep it in the freezer. Before serving must be it overnight in a cool place.
FAQs:
Can I add a whole egg and egg white?
- Yes. To make a less fattening version of fewer points, use 2 whole eggs as well as 4 egg whites.
Can I complete this beforehand?
- Yes. Stir everything and keep in the fridge. When ready, bake.
Which other vegetables can be used?
- Any of zucchini, spinach, black olives, or roasted red pepper will suffice.
Is there a method to cut points without using cheese?
- Of course, but it has some impact on texture and taste. Instead, cut down on the quantity.
Is such a dish kid-friendly?
- Yes. Children go out of control about the cheesy and pizza-like taste. Have them assist in putting on toppings.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 180
Carbs: 6g
Iron: 1.5mg
Total carbs: 6g
Vitamin A: 350 IU
Fiber: 1g
Calcium: 130mg
Protein: 16g
Serving size: 1 square piece
Sodium: 410mg
Serving: 6 servings total
Potassium: 320mg
It is expected that each serving of Weight Watchers-Friendly Crustless Pizza Bake will earn three (3) SmartPoints overall.