Heart-Healthy Neapolitan Pizza

Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of our Heart-Healthy Neapolitan Pizza, a wholesome twist on the Italian classic designed to nurture both your taste buds and your well-being. Crafted with a nutrient-rich whole grain crust, this pizza boasts a flawless balance of flavor and nutrition. A base of low-sodium tomato sauce is topped with part-skim mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic fresh basil, while a final flourish of crisp baby arugula and a drizzle of heart-smart olive oil adds a fresh, peppery kick. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just 12 minutes, this pizza is a quick and satisfying dinner option loaded with fiber and lower in saturated fat and sodium. Ideal for health-conscious foodies, it's an easy way to enjoy a lighter version of a traditional favorite without sacrificing taste or texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:102 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Whole grain flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 150 milliliters Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 100 milliliters Low-sodium tomato sauce
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 100 grams Part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 100 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 50 grams Baby arugula
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine whole grain flour, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Add warm water and one tablespoon of olive oil into the flour mixture. Stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a bowl lightly coated with olive oil, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 250°C (482°F) and place a pizza stone or baking tray inside to heat up.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down, and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle.

Step 7

Carefully transfer the dough circle onto a piece of parchment paper.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Sprinkle part-skim mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Step 10

Slice cherry tomatoes in half and distribute them evenly over the cheese.

Step 11

Add fresh basil leaves evenly across the pizza.

Step 12

Season with oregano and crushed red pepper flakes for additional flavor.

Step 13

Carefully slide the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking tray.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 15

Once baked, remove from the oven, and scatter fresh baby arugula on top.

Step 16

Drizzle with the remaining olive oil before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(805.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1452.9

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 50mg	0%
Sodium 3045.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 67.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 719.7mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 1893.4mg	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: 29.0%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 53.3%