Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Pizza
Indulge in the delicious, guilt-free flavors of this **Heart-Healthy Ham and Cheese Pizza**, a wholesome twist on a timeless classic. Crafted with a nutrient-packed whole wheat crust, this pizza is topped with low-sodium tomato sauce, thinly sliced lean ham, part-skim mozzarella, and a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables like red bell peppers, spinach leaves, and red onions. A touch of olive oil infused with garlic and a sprinkle of dried oregano and basil complete this healthy masterpiece. Perfectly baked to golden, gooey perfection, this recipe is lower in sodium and saturated fat, making it a flavorful and heart-smart choice for the entire family. Quick to prepare and serving four, this pizza is ideal for health-conscious food lovers looking for a quick, satisfying dinner option. Try it today and enjoy all the comfort of pizza without compromising on your wellness goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 12-inch crust Whole wheat pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Tomato sauce, low-sodium
- 0.5 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- 0.5 teaspoon Basil, dried
- 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Low-sodium ham, thinly sliced
- 0.5 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Fresh spinach leaves
- 0.25 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch circle. Carefully transfer it to a baking sheet or parchment paper if using a pizza stone.
In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and minced garlic. Brush the mixture evenly over the crust to create a flavorful base.
Spread the low-sodium tomato sauce over the crust, leaving a 0.5-inch border around the edge.
Sprinkle the dried oregano and basil over the sauce for added flavor.
Evenly distribute the part-skim mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
Arrange the thinly sliced low-sodium ham over the cheese.
Add thin slices of red bell pepper, fresh spinach leaves, and red onion rings as desired.
Scatter the sliced black olives across the top of the pizza.
Finish by sprinkling the grated Parmesan cheese over the entire pizza.
Bake in the preheated oven on the pizza stone or baking sheet for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing.
Serve hot and enjoy your heart-healthy ham and cheese pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1815 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.7 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 3792 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.8 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.5 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.7 g | ||
| Protein | 96.0 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1061 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1782 mg | 38% | |
*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.
