High Protein Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza

Indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this High Protein Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Built on a hearty whole wheat crust, this pizza is loaded with lean turkey pepperoni, savory chicken sausage, and a medley of fresh vegetables like crisp green bell peppers and sweet red onions. Topped with part-skim mozzarella cheese and seasoned with a flavorful mix of Italian spices, garlic powder, and a touch of red pepper flakes, every slice delivers a perfect balance of taste and health. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this high-protein pizza makes for a satisfying dinner or a game-day centerpiece that serves four. Perfect for pizza lovers seeking a wholesome, protein-packed option!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
• 1.5 cups Part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 15 slices Turkey pepperoni slices
• 1 link Chicken sausage, cooked and sliced
• 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 Green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.

Step 3

Carefully remove the hot pizza stone or baking sheet from the oven and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 4

Transfer the rolled-out dough onto the prepared stone or baking sheet.

Step 5

Spread the pizza sauce evenly onto the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Arrange the turkey pepperoni slices and chicken sausage slices on top of the cheese.

Step 8

Distribute the red onion and green bell pepper slices evenly over the top.

Step 9

Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes over all the toppings.

Step 10

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 12

Cut the pizza into 8 slices and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1008.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2142.7

Total Fat 77.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 239.4mg	0%
Sodium 5827.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.3g
Protein 130.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1211.6mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1985.8mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 45.1%