Heart-Healthy Mini Pizzas

Transform your pizza night with these Heart-Healthy Mini Pizzas, a guilt-free indulgence packed with flavor and nutrition. Built on a base of whole wheat English muffins, these personal-sized pizzas are brushed with heart-healthy olive oil, seasoned with garlic powder and oregano, and topped with a vibrant array of fresh vegetables like red and yellow bell peppers, spinach, and green onions. A dollop of low-sodium tomato sauce and a sprinkle of low-fat mozzarella cheese keep the flavors rich yet wholesome, while black olives and fresh basil add the perfect finishing touches. Ready in just 27 minutes, these mini pizzas are ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun family meal, offering a balanced, low-fat option that doesn't sacrifice taste. Perfect for those seeking healthy pizza recipes, nutritious snack ideas, or crowd-pleasing appetizers!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Whole wheat English muffins
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 cup Low-sodium tomato sauce
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow bell pepper
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 1 cup Low-fat mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Black olives
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Split the whole wheat English muffins into halves. You should have 8 halves total.

Step 3

Brush the cut side of each muffin half lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder and dried oregano.

Step 4

Spread approximately 2 tablespoons of low-sodium tomato sauce on each muffin half, ensuring even coverage.

Step 5

Slice the red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and evenly distribute them on top of the tomato sauce.

Step 6

Top each mini pizza with a handful of baby spinach.

Step 7

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of low-fat mozzarella cheese on each English muffin half.

Step 8

Add a few slices of black olives and thin slices of green onions on top of the cheese.

Step 9

Place the mini pizzas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 12

Top each mini pizza with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1078.3 grams (1078.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1456

Total Fat 60.90g	78%
Saturated Fat 17.10g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2490mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 167.10g	61%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 33.00g
Protein 70.80g	142%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1169mg	90%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 1584mg	34%

*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: 36.5%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 44.6%