Heart-Healthy Meatball Pizza
Treat yourself to a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic with this Heart-Healthy Meatball Pizza! Perfectly balanced for flavor and nutrition, this recipe combines a crispy whole wheat pizza crust with lean turkey meatballs made with wholesome oats and seasoned to perfection. A layer of low-sodium marinara sauce and part-skim mozzarella keeps things light yet satisfying, while vibrant baby spinach and fresh basil add a pop of color and a boost of nutrients. In just 45 minutes from prep to plate, you’ll enjoy a delicious pizza that’s high in protein, lower in fat, and irresistibly comforting. This heart-healthy dinner is perfect for families or anyone craving a smarter way to indulge in pizza night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 12-inch whole wheat pizza crust
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 pound lean ground turkey
- 0.25 cup oatmeal
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 cup low-sodium marinara sauce
- 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
In a bowl, combine ground turkey, oatmeal, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form the mixture into small meatballs, roughly one inch in diameter.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs, cooking them until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Place the whole wheat pizza crust on a baking sheet.
Spread the low-sodium marinara sauce evenly over the pizza crust.
Sprinkle the part-skim mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
Distribute the cooked meatballs evenly over the pizza.
Top with baby spinach and a sprinkle of fresh basil leaves.
Bake the pizza in the oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and slice into portions to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.3 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 416 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 3292 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.8 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 115.8 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 877 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1625 mg | 35% | |
*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.
