WW Stuffed Pepper Soup

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WW Stuffed Pepper Soup is not only a delicious soup, but it is also a satisfying & healthy hearty food. The taste of this WW Stuffed Pepper Soup is exactly like the traditional stuffed peppers, only in the form of a warm soup without any additional oil & extra calories. It is prepared out of ground turkey devoid of fat, tomatoes, peppers, & spices, & it is very satisfying to eat either at lunch or during dinner. It is a freezer-friendly meal prep recipe & you can make it in bulk. Zero-point stuffed pepper soup is a delicious, low-calorie, low-cost alternative on most Weight Watchers programs with no Smart Points allowed. It is a dish that you feel good about diving into, & it is a very warm soul dish.

STATS

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Course: Soup, Main
  • Cuisine: American
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Serving Size: 1½ cups
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

EQUIPMENT

  • Large soup pot/Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Ladle
  • Stove

INGREDIENTS:

  • One pound of ground turkey that is 99% lean
  • 1 sliced green bell pepper
  • 1 small onion
  • One sliced red bell pepper
  • 3 minced garlic cloves
  • A single can (15 oz) of tomato sauce without added sugar
  • Three cups of chicken broth with less sodium
  • One teaspoon of dried basil
  • A single teaspoon of oregano, dried
  • One can (14.5 oz) of chopped tomatoes
  • Half a teaspoon of paprika, smoked
  • 1/2 a teaspoon of optional salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • If you wish to provide more bulk, you may add 1½ cups of cooked brown rice.
  • As a garnish, use chopped green onions/fresh parsley.

INGREDIENT NOTES

Ground turkey:

  • To make this soup zero points, use 99% fat-free turkey. Smartpoints can be added to other meats.

Bell peppers:

  • Sweet and red & green. If you need to, you can substitute yellow/orange.

Onion & garlic:

  • A needed part of flavor. Lightly sauté in a little oil/with the use of broth.

Tomatoes:

  • Select sugar-free ones. Tomatoes in powder are used in place of tomatoes (In case).

Tomato sauce:

  • The unsweetened, low-sodium ones will allow points to be lower.

Broth:

  • Use low-sodium chicken soup.

Substitutions:

  • You can use vegetable soup to make it vegan.

Spices:

  • This has the classic flavor of oregano, basil & paprika. Add red chili flakes to make it hot.

Brown rice:

  • Optional, a nice texture and filling. Add it, not as part of other plans, unless it is an older plan.

DIRECTIONS

  1. Put a big pot of soup on medium heat.
  2. After adding the ground turkey, sauté it for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it with the help of a spoon till it turns brown.
  3. Add bell peppers, minced onion, & garlic. Sauté until tender, about five to six more minutes.
  4. Put the tomato sauce diced tomatoes & , chicken stock, and stir.
  5. Stir well.
  6. Add black pepper, paprika, oregano, basil, & salt (if using). Mix to blend.
  7. Cook it for at least 20 minutes without a cover when it reaches a boil.
  8. Incorporate the cooked brown rice, if using.
  9. For complete heating, simmer for a further five minutes.
  10. If necessary, taste & adjust the spices.
  11. Add some chopped green onion or fresh parsley as a garnish before serving.

TIPS

  • To make it quicker, to save time, use frozen chopped bell pepper & onion.
  • Replace brown rice with riced cauliflower to get another serving of vegetables, but with no points.
  • To it, add a small amount of hot sauce/red pepper flakes.

DATA STORAGE

Refrigerate:

  • Store for as long as four days in tightly capped containers. Before distributing, warm in the ovenor on the stovetop.

Freeze:

  • After the soup has completely cooled, freeze it in portions for a total of two months. Before warming up, leave it cool in the chiller for the full night.

FAQS

Is it feasible to make this vegetarian?

  • Definitely! Substitute plant-based crumbles for the turkey, or use vegetarian broth and more beans.

Does the stuffed peppers have any flavor?

  • Indeed, it encapsulates all the rich, classic filled peppers with a soup-like flavor.

Can I increase the heat?

  • Of course. Just add cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños when cooking the onions and peppers.

Is adding rice necessary?

  • No, it’s not a requirement. If you omit it, the soup remains zero points and still feels filling.

Is it practicable to replace tomato sauce with canned soup?

  • Make sure to use only low-point, sugar-free choices. The tomato sauce makes things simple & easy to understand.

NUTRITION

Calories: 135
Protein: 18g
Carbs: 10g
Fat: 2g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 340mg
Iron: 1.6mg
Calcium: 45mg
Potassium: 510mg
According to most plans, WW Zero Point Stuffed Pepper Soup has zero (0) SmartPoints per serving.