Low Sodium Mushroom and Ham Pizza

Savor the comforting flavors of pizza without compromising on your health goals with this Low Sodium Mushroom and Ham Pizza recipe! Crafted with a wholesome whole wheat crust, the dough is lightly sweetened with honey and topped with a luscious no-salt-added tomato sauce, aromatic oregano, and garlic powder for a burst of flavor. Piled high with fresh mushrooms, diced low-sodium ham, vibrant red bell peppers, and a generous sprinkle of shredded mozzarella, this pizza is sure to impress your taste buds. Finished with a garnish of fragrant fresh basil, it’s the perfect combination of hearty and light. In just 50 minutes from prep to plate, this heart-healthy, lower-sodium alternative delivers all the cheesy, savory goodness you crave—ideal for a family dinner or a casual gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 packet Instant yeast
• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 cup No-salt-added tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 cup Fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 0.5 cup Low sodium unsalted ham, diced
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and instant yeast.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, mix the warm water, olive oil, and honey until well blended.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with a spatula until a dough forms.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 20 minutes until it doubles in size.

Step 6

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 7

After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to fit a pizza pan.

Step 8

Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza pan lined with parchment paper.

Step 9

Spread the no-salt-added tomato sauce over the crust, leaving a slight border around the edges.

Step 10

Sprinkle the dried oregano and garlic powder over the sauce.

Step 11

Top with slices of fresh mushrooms, diced ham, shredded mozzarella, and red bell pepper.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 13

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.

Step 14

Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1284.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1786.7

Total Fat 64.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 147.0mg	0%
Sodium 777.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.0g
Protein 93.3g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 943.0mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 2657.1mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 48.4%