Heart-Healthy Creamy Spinach Pizza Slice

Savor the wholesome goodness of our Heart-Healthy Creamy Spinach Pizza Slice, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! This recipe features a hearty whole wheat pizza crust topped with a luscious, protein-packed mixture of low-fat ricotta, freshly sautéed spinach, and aromatic garlic. With gooey part-skim mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan, every bite is loaded with flavor while staying lower in fat and calories. Infused with Italian seasoning and a hint of crushed red pepper for a spicy kick, this pizza is baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep, this dish proves that indulgence and health can go hand in hand.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Low-fat ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, grated
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cornmeal

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and position the oven rack in the lower third.

Step 2

Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 14-inch circle or rectangle, depending on your baking sheet or pizza stone.

Step 3

Sprinkle a baking sheet or pizza stone with cornmeal to prevent sticking and transfer the dough onto it.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until wilted. Drain excess liquid and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese, cooked spinach, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until creamy and evenly combined.

Step 7

Spread the ricotta-spinach mixture evenly over the prepared pizza dough base, leaving a ½-inch border around the edge.

Step 8

Sprinkle the grated part-skim mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

Step 10

Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Cut the pizza into 8 slices and serve warm, enjoying your heart-healthy creamy spinach pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1020.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2268.1

Total Fat 88.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 174.2mg	0%
Sodium 4438.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.5g
Protein 110.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1932.9mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 1104.6mg	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: 34.5%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 46.3%