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!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the whole wheat pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimping the edges if needed. Set aside.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet with the sausage. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites, almond milk, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Spread the turkey sausage and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared pie crust.

Step 8

Pour the egg white mixture over the sausage and vegetables, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 9

Sprinkle shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese on top of the filling.

Step 10

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your delicious, low-fat, low-cholesterol Italian sausage pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1157.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1169.1

Total Fat 55.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 264.1mg	0%
Sodium 4109.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 122.4g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 1415.5mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 1948.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 41.5%

Carbs: 16.5%