Low Sodium Detroit Style Pizza

Dive into the hearty, crispy-edged delight of a "Low Sodium Detroit Style Pizza," a healthier twist on the iconic Motor City classic. This recipe showcases a thick, airy crust topped with a vibrant low sodium marinara sauce, a mouthwatering blend of low sodium mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and optional unsalted pepperoni for a guilt-free indulgence. Perfectly baked in a greased pan, the cheese melts to the edges, creating the signature caramelized crust that defines Detroit-style pizza. With a focus on flavor without the salt overload, this pizza is ideal for health-conscious pizza lovers. Ready in just over two hours and serving up to eight people, it's a must-try recipe for a delicious, shareable meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1.25 cups Lukewarm water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Low sodium marinara sauce
• 2 cups Low sodium shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Low sodium shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Unsalted pepperoni or low sodium turkey pepperoni (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (softened, for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and sugar. Add in the melted unsalted butter and lukewarm water. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 2

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 3

Place the dough back into the bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C).

Step 5

Grease a 10x14 inch Detroit-style pizza pan or baking pan with the softened unsalted butter.

Step 6

Punch down the dough to release air and spread it evenly across the greased pan, pushing it into the corners. Allow it to rest again for about 15-20 minutes.

Step 7

Drizzle olive oil over the dough surface, ensuring even coverage.

Step 8

Spread the low sodium marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a slight border around the edges.

Step 9

Evenly distribute the low sodium mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the sauce. Ensure the cheese touches the edges to create the signature crispy cheese crust.

Step 10

Add the optional unsalted pepperoni or low sodium turkey pepperoni if desired.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, and the edges are crispy.

Step 12

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Cut into squares and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1200.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3608.5

Total Fat 190.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 348.4mg	0%
Sodium 1158.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 344.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 136.1g	0%

Vitamin D 21.1IU	0%
Calcium 2107.4mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 1115.7mg	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: 47.1%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 37.9%