Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground turkey (97% lean)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 30 oz Hunts tomato sauce (2 cans)
- 15 oz no-sugar-added diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 12 oz low-carb rotini pasta
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fat-free mozzarella cheese
- 32 slices turkey pepperoni (approx. 2 oz), divided
- 2 TBSP sliced black olives
- Optional: Additional zero-point vegetables
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté ground turkey, onion, and garlic until meat is fully cooked. Drain excess fat. Lightly spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine cooked pasta, meat mixture, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, 16 slices of pepperoni, and Italian seasoning. Mix well. Spread the pasta mixture evenly into the prepared dish. Top with remaining cheese, pepperoni, and black olives. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and heated through. Cut into 12 equal servings.
Notes: This healthy pepperoni pizza casserole uses lean ground turkey, low-carb pasta, and reduced-fat cheese to create a guilt-free, family-friendly meal. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners, it’s packed with flavor and protein while keeping calories in check. Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal.
Enjoy this delicious, easy-to-make casserole that combines all the flavors of pepperoni pizza in a healthier, casserole form!
