Low Fat Deep Dish Pizza Casserole

Indulge in the comforting flavors of pizza with a healthier twist in this Low Fat Deep Dish Pizza Casserole! Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe features lean ground turkey, whole wheat pizza dough, and gooey low-fat mozzarella for a lighter take on a classic favorite. A rich and savory homemade sauce, made with crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and garlic, forms the flavorful base, while a topping of turkey pepperoni adds a satisfying, guilt-free crunch. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 30 minutes, this casserole combines the deep dish vibes you love with wholesome ingredients, all under 400 calories per serving. Simple to prepare, yet bursting with satisfying flavors, this dish is perfect for feeding the whole family without sacrificing health-conscious goals. Garnish with fresh basil for an irresistible finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey (lean, 93% lean meat)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 15 ounces Crushed tomatoes (no-salt-added)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1.5 cups Low-fat mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 16 ounces Whole wheat pizza dough
• 20 slices Turkey pepperoni slices
• 0 as needed Cooking spray
• 0 to taste Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 3

Add the ground turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Unroll the whole wheat pizza dough and gently stretch it to fit the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Press the dough evenly across the base and slightly up the sides.

Step 6

Spread the turkey and tomato mixture evenly over the pizza dough.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the turkey mixture.

Step 8

Arrange the turkey pepperoni slices over the cheese, spacing them evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy your healthier take on deep-dish pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1860.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2988.3

Total Fat 106.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 560.0mg	0%
Sodium 6420.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.2g	0%
Total Sugars 39.0g
Protein 226.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1585.0mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 3999.2mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 30.0%

Carbs: 38.2%