Indulging in a flavorful and satisfying pizza doesn’t have to derail your Weight Watchers journey, and this homemade pizza recipe strikes the perfect balance between taste and smart points. Starting with a whole wheat pizza crust, either store-bought or homemade, provides a wholesome base for your culinary creation. Opt for a low-sugar or sugar-free pizza sauce, keeping those SmartPoints in check without sacrificing flavor.
A generous sprinkle of part-skim mozzarella cheese blankets the sauce, delivering that gooey, melty goodness we all crave from a perfect pizza. For a savory twist without the guilt, consider using turkey pepperoni slices as a flavorful topping. Load up your pizza with vibrant veggies like bell peppers and thinly sliced red onions, adding a burst of color and nutrition to each slice.
To enhance the overall taste and texture, a drizzle of olive oil over the crust, coupled with a sprinkle of Italian seasoning, elevates this pizza to a delightful culinary experience. The final result is a homemade pizza that not only fits into your Weight Watchers plan with an estimated 6 SmartPoints per serving but also satisfies your pizza cravings without compromising on taste. Remember, these are rough estimates, and it’s always advisable to double-check specific ingredients and portion sizes to ensure accurate SmartPoints tracking. Enjoy every guilt-free bite of this delicious creation!
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Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1 whole wheat pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (look for a low-sugar or sugar-free option)
- 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup turkey pepperoni slices (or vegetable toppings of your choice)
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for brushing the crust)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven according to the pizza crust instructions.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Place the rolled-out dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Add turkey pepperoni slices or your preferred toppings such as bell peppers and red onions.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven according to the crust instructions or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Slice the pizza into equal portions, and enjoy your delicious homemade pizza!