The WW Pizza Sausage and Pepperoni is a tasty meal and has 265 kcal per serving. This pizza takes 30 minutes to prepare. Serve it at holidays, events, lunches, functions, feasts, get-togethers, dinners, or celebrations. It contains prepared whole wheat pizza crust, pizza sauce, lean Italian turkey sausage, turkey pepperoni slices, reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, green bell pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, red bell pepper, and non-stick cooking spray. We may pair this pizza with roasted broccoli, tomato soup, cucumber bites, garden salad, roasted zucchini, hummus, stuffed mini peppers, salsa, or cucumber tomato salad. You may keep this WW Pizza Sausage and Pepperoni for 4 days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Italian
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Course: Main
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories: 265 kcal
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Large baking sheet
- Measuring spoons
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 prepared whole wheat pizza crust
- Half cup pizza sauce
- 4 oz lean Italian turkey sausage
- Two oz turkey pepperoni slices
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- Quarter medium sliced red onion
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Quarter tsp garlic powder
- 1 medium sliced green bell pepper
- Half medium sliced red bell pepper
- Non-stick cooking spray
INGREDIENT NOTES:
WHOLE WHEAT PIZZA CRUST:
- It includes fiber and makes the pizza filling. Whole wheat pizza crust provides nutrients and a hearty taste. Using a prepared pizza crust makes the recipe quick and saves time as well. You may use whole wheat flatbread, lavash bread, or thin cauliflower crust as per your preference.
PIZZA SAUCE:
- Pizza sauce includes moisture and classic pizza taste. It makes the perfect base for the toppings. You may use marinara sauce as an alternative.
LEAN ITALIAN TURKEY SAUSAGE:
- Turkey sausage provides savory flavor and is low-fat. It includes protein and makes the meal satisfying. You may use lean chicken sausage as another idea.
TURKEY PEPPERONI:
- It includes a spicy taste while reducing calories & fat. Include chicken pepperoni if turkey pepperoni is not available.
REDUCED-FAT MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- Mozzarella cheese melts well and gives a cheesy texture to the pizza. You may use fat-free mozzarella as a substitute.
GREEN BELL PEPPER:
- They include freshness and color to the pizza. Bell pepper maintains the richness of cheese and meat. You may use mushrooms, zucchini, or orange bell pepper as per your choice.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- They improve the overall taste of the pizza. You may use dried oregano, dried basil, or a pizza seasoning blend as an alternative.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, warm the oven to 425°F & cover the sheet using cooking spray.
- Include a whole wheat pizza crust in the pan and spread pizza sauce evenly on it.
- Leave a small border on the edges.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning & garlic powder on the sauce.
- Scatter the cooked turkey sausage on the pizza and include turkey pepperoni slices.
- Then include red bell pepper, green bell pepper, & red onion to the pizza crust.
- Sprinkle reduced-fat mozzarella cheese on the toppings and bake for 15 minutes.
- Lastly, cool the pizza for five minutes, then cut into 8 slices.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALAD:
- Garden Salad
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Mixed Greens Salad
- Arugula Salad
VEGETABLE SIDE:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Green Beans
- Roasted Zucchini
- Grilled Asparagus
- Steamed Mixed Vegetables
SOUP:
- Tomato Soup
- Minestrone Soup
- Vegetable Soup
- Lentil Soup
- Italian Wedding Soup
APPETIZERS:
- Marinated Vegetables
- Cucumber Bites
- Stuffed Mini Peppers
- Roasted Mushrooms
- Caprese Skewers
DIPS:
- Greek Yogurt Ranch
- Tzatziki
- Salsa
- Hummus
- Roasted Red Pepper Dip
TIPS:
- Cook the sausage before including it in the pizza.
- Use thinly sliced vegetables to cook them evenly.
- Do not overload the pizza so the crust stays crispy.
- Cool the pizza before slicing for better texture.
- For a better melting texture, use freshly shredded cheese.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep the pizza in the box for four days.
FREEZER:
- You may wrap the slices separately and freeze them for 60 days.
FAQs:
Is regular pepperoni good to include?
- Yes, but the points and calories will increase.
Can I make this pizza early?
- Yes, refrigerate the assembled pizza ahead of time and bake before use.
Is cauliflower crust good for this pizza?
- Yes, if you want a low-carb version.
Which cheese is good for this recipe?
- Reduced-fat mozzarella melts well and gives a lighter recipe.
Can I include more vegetables?
- You may add mushrooms, spinach, olives, and zucchini.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 265 kcal
Net Carbs: 21 g
Total Carbs: 24 grams
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 19 grams
Fat: 10 g
Sodium: 620 milligrams
Potassium: 280 mg
Calcium: 220 milligrams
Iron: 2.1 mg
Vitamin A: 850 IU
Weight Watcher Points: 6 Points