High Protein Veggie Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this nutrient-packed High Protein Veggie Pizza, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite! Built on a robust whole wheat crust and loaded with vibrant veggies like baby spinach, red bell peppers, mushrooms, and red onions, this pizza delivers unbeatable flavor and a satisfying crunch. Protein comes in delicious forms, with hearty chickpeas and savory grilled tofu sprinkled throughout. Low-fat mozzarella cheese adds creaminess, while nutritional yeast and a drizzle of olive oil enhance the rich, savory profile. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this pizza is perfect for health-conscious foodies craving a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're looking for a high-protein vegetarian dinner or simply a lighter take on traditional pizza, this recipe checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 12-inch crust Whole wheat pizza crust
• 0.5 cup Tomato sauce
• 1 cup Low-fat mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Chickpeas
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Mushrooms
• 0.5 cup Red onion
• 0.5 cup Grilled tofu
• 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges.

Step 4

Sprinkle the shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.

Step 5

Rinse the chickpeas and spread them evenly across the pizza for a boost of protein.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach evenly over the pizza, followed by thinly sliced red bell pepper, mushrooms, and red onion.

Step 7

Cut the grilled tofu into small cubes and scatter them across the pizza.

Step 8

Sprinkle the nutritional yeast, dried oregano, and garlic powder evenly over the toppings.

Step 9

Drizzle olive oil lightly over the pizza to enhance the flavors.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your healthy, high-protein veggie pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1054.7 grams (1054.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1580

Total Fat 57.80g	74%
Saturated Fat 16.90g	85%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 66mg	22%
Sodium 2116mg	92%
Total Carbohydrate 180.40g	66%
Dietary Fiber 35.70g	128%
Total Sugars 21.70g
Protein 97.60g	195%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1263mg	97%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1738mg	37%

*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: 31.9%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 44.2%