High Protein Sausage Pizza Slice

Elevate your pizza night with this High Protein Sausage Pizza Slice, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite packed with flavor and energy! Featuring a homemade high-protein wheat flour crust, this recipe is the perfect balance of wholesome and indulgent. Topped with lean turkey sausage, zesty pizza sauce, melted part-skim mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and a sprinkle of aromatic oregano, each bite is a satisfying blend of savory and cheesy goodness. Ready in under an hour, this protein-rich pizza is ideal for fueling your day or feeding a hungry crowd. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or serving as a family-friendly dinner, this healthier take on a pizza slice will quickly become a must-have in your cooking rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups high-protein wheat flour
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 0.75 cups warm water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces lean turkey sausage
• 0.5 cup pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine high-protein wheat flour and instant yeast. Stir in warm water and olive oil. Add salt and mix until a dough forms.

Step 2

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 20 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 4

While the dough is rising, cook the lean turkey sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Set aside.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, roll it out onto a floured baking sheet or pizza stone to form a thin circle or rectangle, approximately 12 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the pizza base.

Step 7

Distribute the cooked turkey sausage over the sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top, followed by grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Season with dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes for added spice, if desired.

Step 10

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing into 8 slices and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	944.3 grams (944.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1997

Total Fat 83.60g	107%
Saturated Fat 28.40g	142%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 240mg	80%
Sodium 5599mg	243%
Total Carbohydrate 199.50g	73%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 13.20g
Protein 123.70g	247%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1170mg	90%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1823mg	39%

*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: 36.8%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 39.0%