Weight Watchers-Friendly Turkey Sausage Mini Frittatas
Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound turkey sausage (93% lean) – 8 points
- 6 large eggs – 0 points (for most plans, eggs are 0 points)
- 1/4 cup fat-free milk – 0 points
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced – 0 points
- 1/2 cup spinach, chopped – 0 points
- 1/4 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded – 3 points
- Salt and pepper to taste – 0 points
- Non-stick cooking spray – 0 points
Total points for the entire recipe: 11 points
Yields: 12 mini frittatas
Points per mini frittata: 1 point
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cook the turkey sausage:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey sausage until browned and cooked through. Break it into small crumbles as it cooks. Set aside.
- Whisk the eggs:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the frittatas:
- Evenly divide the cooked turkey sausage into the prepared muffin cups.
- Add the diced bell peppers and spinach on top of the sausage crumbles.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and veggies, filling each muffin cup almost to the top.
- Sprinkle a small amount of reduced-fat cheddar cheese on top of each mini frittata.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the frittatas are set and lightly golden on top.
- Serve:
- Allow the frittatas to cool slightly before removing them from the muffin tin. Serve warm, or refrigerate for meal prep and enjoy throughout the week!
Nutritional Information (per frittata):
- Calories: ~70
- Protein: ~8g
- Carbs: ~1g
- Fat: ~3g
- Points per frittata: 1 point
Tips:
- Meal prep: These mini frittatas are perfect for meal prepping. Make a batch ahead of time and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen and reheated for a quick breakfast.
- Veggie swap: Feel free to swap in other zero-point veggies like mushrooms, onions, or zucchini to add variety.
- Cheese alternatives: To reduce points even further, you can use fat-free cheese or omit the cheese altogether.
- Sausage options: Using lean turkey sausage helps keep the points lower, but you can substitute with chicken sausage or a vegetarian sausage option, adjusting points accordingly.
Benefits:
- High Protein: The combination of eggs, turkey sausage, and reduced-fat cheese provides a high-protein meal that keeps you feeling full and energized.
- Low Points: At only 1 point per mini frittata, these are a great option for anyone following the Weight Watchers plan.
- Customizable: You can easily modify the recipe by changing up the vegetables, adding herbs, or using different cheeses.
- Perfect for On-the-Go: These mini frittatas are portable and make a convenient breakfast or snack that fits well into your busy schedule.
Conclusion:
These Turkey Sausage Mini Frittatas are a fantastic low-point, high-protein option for Weight Watchers members. With just 1 point per frittata, they’re easy to customize, meal-prep, and enjoy throughout the week. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they provide all the flavor and nutrients without breaking your daily point budget!