Weight Watchers Taco Pie
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 cup cauliflower rice
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheese
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Filling
- 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 packet low-sodium taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheese
Toppings (Optional)
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped cilantro
- Fat-free Greek yogurt (as sour cream substitute)
- Sliced jalapeños
- Diced green onions
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
- Spray pie dish with non-stick cooking spray
- In a mixing bowl, combine:
- Cauliflower rice
- Egg
- Reduced-fat cheese
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- Mix thoroughly
- Press mixture evenly into pie dish
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and set
- Cook the Filling
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat
- Add ground turkey
- Break up turkey and cook until no longer pink
- Add diced onions and bell peppers
- Cook for 3-4 minutes
- Drain any excess fat
- Stir in taco seasoning
- Add salsa, mix well
- Assemble the Pie
- Remove crust from oven
- Spread turkey mixture evenly over crust
- Top with remaining reduced-fat cheese
- Return to oven
- Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted
- Serve and Garnish
- Let pie cool for 5 minutes
- Slice into 6 equal pieces
- Add optional toppings
- Serve immediately
Nutritional Information (per slice)
- Calories: Approximately 180-200
- Weight Watchers Points: 4-5 points
- Protein: 20g
- Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 8g
Meal Prep Tips
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated
- Stores well for 3-4 days
- Reheat in oven or microwave
- Freezes well for up to 1 month
Variations
- Use ground chicken instead of turkey
- Add black beans for extra fiber
- Make it spicy with hot sauce or extra jalapeños
- Use low-carb tortilla pieces instead of cauliflower crust
Notes
- Always check your specific Weight Watchers plan for exact point values
- Ingredient substitutions may change point calculations
- Best enjoyed fresh, but great for make-ahead meals
Cooking Tips
- Drain turkey thoroughly to reduce excess fat
- Use fresh cauliflower rice for best texture
- Don’t overcook the crust to maintain moisture
- Let pie rest before cutting for cleaner slices
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