Heart-Healthy Tuna Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this nutritious and delicious Heart-Healthy Tuna Pizza! Featuring a crispy whole-grain crust as the foundation, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is topped with protein-packed canned tuna, zesty low-sodium tomato sauce, and part-skim mozzarella cheese for a guilt-free indulgence. Vibrant vegetables like red onion, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach add a burst of color, flavor, and essential nutrients. A drizzle of olive oil and sprinkles of oregano and garlic powder enhance the dish with aromatic notes, while optional crushed red pepper flakes provide a touch of heat. Ready in under 30 minutes, this wholesome and satisfying pizza is perfect for a quick and healthy dinner that doesn’t compromise on taste. Ideal for anyone seeking heart-healthy meal ideas or creative ways to enjoy seafood, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece Whole-grain pizza crust
• 1 can Canned tuna in water (drained)
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium tomato sauce
• 0.5 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup Red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup Fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Place the whole-grain pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.

Step 3

Spread the low-sodium tomato sauce evenly over the crust using the back of a spoon.

Step 4

Sprinkle the dried oregano and garlic powder on top of the tomato sauce for added flavor.

Step 5

Scatter the drained tuna evenly over the pizza crust.

Step 6

Add the shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese over the tuna, ensuring it covers the pizza evenly.

Step 7

Top the pizza with slices of red onion, red bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes.

Step 8

Spread the fresh spinach leaves evenly over the pizza. They will shrink during cooking.

Step 9

Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil over the top of the pizza.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes for a slight kick.

Step 11

Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the crust are golden brown.

Step 12

Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for 2-3 minutes, and slice into 4 equal portions. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	702.2 grams (702.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1140

Total Fat 33.20g	43%
Saturated Fat 9.60g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 60mg	20%
Sodium 1658mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 154.50g	56%
Dietary Fiber 24.20g	86%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 64.00g	128%

Vitamin D 68IU	340%
Calcium 538mg	41%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1269mg	27%

*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: 25.5%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 52.7%