Heart-Healthy Creamy Spinach Pizza Slice
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Spinach Pizza Slice, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Crafted with wholesome whole wheat pizza dough, this recipe features a velvety ricotta-spinach blend seasoned with aromatic garlic, Italian herbs, and a hint of spice from crushed red pepper flakes. Topped with part-skim mozzarella and Parmesan for a cheesy finish, this pizza delivers flavor without compromising on health. A quick-prep, oven-baked delight, it'll have everyone coming back for seconds. Keywords: heart-healthy pizza, spinach pizza, creamy ricotta pizza, whole wheat pizza dough recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Low-fat ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and position the oven rack in the lower third.
Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 14-inch circle or rectangle, depending on your baking sheet or pizza stone.
Sprinkle a baking sheet or pizza stone with cornmeal to prevent sticking and transfer the dough onto it.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until wilted. Drain excess liquid and set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat ricotta cheese, cooked spinach, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until creamy and evenly combined.
Spread the ricotta-spinach mixture evenly over the prepared pizza dough base, leaving a ½-inch border around the edge.
Sprinkle the grated part-skim mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Cut the pizza into 8 slices and serve warm, enjoying your heart-healthy creamy spinach pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2268 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.3 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.2 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 174 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 4438 mg | 193% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.4 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.4 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 110.5 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1933 mg | 149% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1105 mg | 24% | |
*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.
