Heart-Healthy Homemade Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this Heart-Healthy Homemade Pizza—an irresistible combination of wholesome ingredients and bold flavors, crafted for a nutritious twist on a beloved classic. This recipe starts with a tender whole wheat crust that’s rich in fiber, topped with a savory low-sodium tomato sauce infused with garlic and oregano. Piled high with vibrant veggies like spinach, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and red onion, and finished with a light sprinkle of low-fat mozzarella, this pizza is a guilt-free indulgence. The crowning touch of fresh basil adds a burst of freshness to every bite. Ready in under an hour, this easy, delicious, and nutritious pizza is perfect for family dinner or a cozy night in.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 packet Instant yeast
• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cup Low-sodium tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 cup Spinach leaves
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Mushrooms
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 cup Low-fat mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt. Stir to mix.

Step 2

Dissolve the instant yeast in warm water, then add olive oil. Pour the yeast mixture into the flour.

Step 3

Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired crust thickness.

Step 7

Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the low-sodium tomato sauce with garlic powder and dried oregano, then spread the sauce evenly over the dough.

Step 9

Top the pizza with fresh spinach leaves, sliced red bell pepper, mushrooms, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 10

Sprinkle the low-fat mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before topping with fresh basil.

Step 13

Slice and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1216.3 grams (1216.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1694

Total Fat 58.20g	75%
Saturated Fat 17.20g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2330mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 224.50g	82%
Dietary Fiber 42.50g	152%
Total Sugars 27.20g
Protein 83.80g	168%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 855mg	66%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 2921mg	62%

*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: 29.8%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 51.1%