Italian Sausage Pie Low Fat Low Cholesterol
Indulge in a guilt-free slice of comfort with this Italian Sausage Pie, a flavorful yet health-conscious twist on a classic dish. Packed with robust, Italian-seasoned ground turkey sausage, vibrant veggies like red bell pepper and spinach, and a touch of gooey, low-fat mozzarella, this savory pie is nestled in a wholesome whole wheat crust. The creamy filling, made with egg whites and unsweetened almond milk, keeps it low in fat and cholesterol without sacrificing richness. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or light dinner, this 375°F-baked delight is seasoned with Italian herbs and optional spice for a kick of heat. Ready in just 50 minutes and serving six, it pairs deliciously with a crisp side salad. Healthy, satisfying, and full of flavor, this recipe proves you can have it all!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Ground turkey sausage (low-fat, Italian-seasoned)
- 1 medium Onion, finely diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 4 Egg whites
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 Whole wheat pie crust
- 1 cup Low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the whole wheat pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges if needed. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey sausage until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon. Drain any excess liquid.
Add the diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet with the sausage. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the fresh spinach leaves. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, almond milk, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Spread the turkey sausage and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared pie crust.
Pour the egg white mixture over the sausage and vegetables, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Sprinkle shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese on top of the filling.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious, low-fat, low-cholesterol Italian sausage pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 264 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 4109 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 122.4 g | 245% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1416 mg | 109% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1949 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
