Heart-Healthy Detroit Style Pizza
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Heart-Healthy Detroit Style Pizza, a wholesome twist on the classic deep-dish favorite that’s perfect for mindful eating. This recipe features a hearty whole wheat crust, beautifully crisped at the edges, and layered with a rich, low-sodium tomato sauce infused with aromatic oregano, basil, and garlic. Generously topped with a blend of low-fat mozzarella, Parmesan, and vibrant veggies like spinach, red bell pepper, red onion, and black olives, every bite is packed with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining, this lighter, nutrient-rich version of Detroit-style pizza proves you don’t have to sacrifice taste to eat with your health in mind. Whether you’re exploring healthier pizza recipes or satisfying your craving for a bold, veggie-packed pizza, this dish delivers on all fronts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Whole wheat flour
- 250 ml Warm water
- 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Tomato paste (low sodium)
- 400 grams Diced tomatoes (canned, no salt added)
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 200 grams Low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 100 grams Spinach, fresh
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 50 grams Black olives, sliced
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Stir and let rest for about 5 minutes until the yeast is foamy.
Add whole wheat flour, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until it doubles in size.
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Press the risen dough into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly to cover the pan's base up to its edges.
In a medium bowl, mix together tomato paste, diced tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and garlic powder to make the sauce.
Spread the sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about a half-inch border all around.
Sprinkle low-fat mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, then top with grated Parmesan.
Layer diced red bell pepper, spinach, red onion, and sliced black olives over the cheese.
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges of the crust are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove the pizza from the oven. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.6 g | 173% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 4890 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.2 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.3 g | 198% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 123.8 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2083 mg | 160% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 3957 mg | 84% | |
*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.
