Weight Watchers-Friendly Pizza-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Ingredients:

4 oz turkey bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 points)
1 lb 99% lean ground turkey (0 points)
1 small onion, diced (optional) (0 points)
2 cloves garlic, chopped (optional) (0 points)
2 oz turkey pepperoni, sliced (2 points)
1/4 cup black olives, sliced (optional) (2 points)
2 cups sugar-free pizza sauce or marinara sauce (1 point)
4 large bell peppers, cut in half, seeds removed (0 points)
1 1/2 cups reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded (8 points)
Instructions:
Prepare the Meats:
In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Drain and set aside.
In the same skillet, cook the ground turkey and optional diced onion, breaking the turkey into small pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
Add the chopped garlic to the turkey mixture and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Cook the Pepperoni (Optional):
In a separate pan, cook the turkey pepperoni for a minute or two to crisp it up. Set aside.
Mix the Filling:
In a large bowl, mix together the cooked turkey bacon, ground turkey, pepperoni, olives (if using), and half of the pizza sauce.
Stuff the Peppers:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Spread the remaining pizza sauce on the bottom of a large baking dish. Place the halved bell peppers on top.


Fill each pepper with the meat and sauce mixture.
Bake:
Cover the dish with foil and bake the stuffed peppers in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, until the peppers are tender.
Remove the foil, top each pepper with shredded mozzarella, and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
Nutritional Information (per serving, makes 8 servings):
Calories: ~150 kcal
Protein: 20g
Carbs: 6g
Fat: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Points: ~2-3 points per serving (depending on specific brands and portions used)
Tips:
Lean Proteins: Using 99% lean ground turkey and turkey bacon reduces the fat content and points, making the dish lighter while still satisfying.
Low-Fat Cheese: Reduced-fat mozzarella helps lower the points without sacrificing the cheesy goodness.
Portion Control: Use the bell pepper halves as a natural portion control, making it easier to enjoy without overeating.
Customize: You can add or skip optional ingredients like olives or onions based on your taste preference or point budget.
Benefits:
Low in Points: This recipe is adapted to be Weight Watchers-friendly, with only 2-3 points per serving, making it a great choice for a hearty meal.
High in Protein: The lean ground turkey and turkey bacon provide a good amount of protein, keeping you full and satisfied.
Low in Carbs: Using bell peppers instead of a traditional pizza crust lowers the carb content, making this dish a good option for those watching their carbohydrate intake.
Packed with Flavor: Despite the lower points, the combination of lean meats, cheese, and pizza sauce ensures that this dish is still packed with flavor.
These Weight Watchers-friendly Pizza-Stuffed Bell Peppers offer all the deliciousness of pizza in a healthier, low-point form, making them perfect for a satisfying and guilt-free meal!\