Heart-Healthy Spinach and Cheese Pizza
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Spinach and Cheese Pizza, crafted to prioritize both flavor and wellness. Made with nutrient-packed whole-grain pizza dough and topped with vibrant baby spinach, it pairs perfectly with the creamy goodness of part-skim mozzarella and reduced-fat feta cheese for a balanced yet indulgent meal. A tangy low-sodium tomato sauce brings a classic base, while garlic, oregano, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes enhance every bite with bold, aromatic flavors. Quick to prepare and bake in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a wholesome family dinner. Serve hot and let its crispy, golden crust and nutritious toppings redefine your pizza nights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (12-inch pizza) Whole-grain pizza dough
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium tomato sauce
- 2 cups Baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup (shredded) Part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup (crumbled) Reduced-fat feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the whole-grain pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. If needed, use your hands to stretch it gently.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
Brush the dough lightly with olive oil and sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the surface.
Spread the low-sodium tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a slight border around the edges for the crust.
Add the baby spinach leaves on top of the sauce, spreading them evenly. The spinach will wilt down as it cooks.
Sprinkle the shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese evenly over the spinach. Follow with the crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese for a tangy kick.
Season the pizza with dried oregano and optional crushed red pepper flakes for added flavor.
Carefully transfer the pizza (still on the parchment paper) to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Slice into 8 pieces and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.9 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2611 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.2 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 74.0 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1076 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 972 mg | 21% | |
*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.
