Heart-Healthy Classic Mozzarella Pizza

Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Classic Mozzarella Pizza, a delightful twist on the traditional favorite that’s both nutritious and delicious. Built on a wholesome, fiber-rich whole wheat crust, this pizza is topped with low-sodium tomato sauce, creamy fresh mozzarella, and a rainbow of vibrant veggies like spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper. A drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of Italian seasoning, and a touch of minced garlic elevate its flavor profile while keeping it light and heart-friendly. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy alternative for pizza night. Garnished with fragrant fresh basil and offering only the best in wholesome ingredients, this pizza is sure to satisfy without compromising on nutrition. Serve warm and savor every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium tomato sauce
• 6 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 small Red bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the whole wheat pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer the rolled dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easier handling.

Step 3

Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil, which helps to prevent sogginess from the toppings.

Step 4

Spread the low-sodium tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about a half-inch border for the crust.

Step 5

Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into thin rounds and place them evenly over the sauce.

Step 6

Rinse the baby spinach and pat dry. Distribute it evenly over the pizza.

Step 7

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, thinly slice the red onion, and dice the red bell pepper. Arrange these vegetables evenly on top of the spinach.

Step 8

Mince the garlic clove and sprinkle it over the vegetables.

Step 9

Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt evenly over the entire pizza.

Step 10

Carefully transfer the pizza along with the parchment paper onto the preheated oven's pizza stone or baking sheet.

Step 11

Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.

Step 12

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing.

Step 13

Cut into 8 pieces and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1118.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1950.6

Total Fat 65.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 133.6mg	0%
Sodium 3532.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 269.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.8g
Protein 84.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1079.9mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 1904.2mg	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: 29.4%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 53.7%