Heart-Healthy Pizza Diavola

Indulge in the bold flavors of this Heart-Healthy Pizza Diavola—a guilt-free twist on the classic spicy Italian favorite! Crafted with a nutrient-packed whole wheat pizza dough, this recipe swaps traditional pepperoni for lean turkey slices and uses part-skim mozzarella to keep it light without sacrificing cheesy goodness. A robust low-sodium tomato sauce sets the stage, while red chili flakes, garlic powder, and freshly ground black pepper deliver a fiery kick. Fresh arugula and basil leaves add a peppery, herby finish, perfectly complemented by a drizzle of heart-smart olive oil. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthier pizza alternative is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers, offering all the flavor you crave without the extra calories. Perfect for spice lovers and health-conscious foodies alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
• 1 cup Low-sodium tomato sauce
• 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 20 slices Turkey pepperoni slices
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 cup Fresh arugula
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the whole wheat pizza dough into a thin circle about 12 inches in diameter.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet or pizza peel if using a pizza stone.

Step 4

Spread the low-sodium tomato sauce over the rolled-out dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 5

Sprinkle the part-skim mozzarella cheese evenly over the tomato sauce.

Step 6

Distribute the turkey pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese.

Step 7

Sprinkle the red chili flakes, garlic powder, and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the top.

Step 8

Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil over the assembled pizza.

Step 9

Transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone, or bake directly on the baking sheet if not using a stone.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh arugula and basil leaves.

Step 12

Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(961.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1987.7

Total Fat 63.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 167.1mg	0%
Sodium 4368.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 267.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 104.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1055.1mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 2057.1mg	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: 27.7%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 52.0%