Heart-Healthy Stuffed Crust Pizza
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Stuffed Crust Pizza, a wholesome twist on everyone’s favorite comfort food! Crafted with a whole wheat flour base and filled with low-fat mozzarella string cheese, this recipe transforms the classic stuffed crust into a nutritious delight. Topped with vibrant veggies like bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, and onions, and seasoned with no-sodium added tomato sauce and Italian herbs, this pizza is a nutritional powerhouse packed with flavor. Perfectly designed to satisfy cravings while supporting a heart-friendly diet, it’s easy to prepare in under an hour and makes the perfect family meal. Whether you're seeking a healthier take on pizza night or simply love the idea of combining indulgence with everyday wellness, this recipe ticks all the boxes. Try this delicious, fiber-rich, and nutrient-packed pizza today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 packet Instant yeast
- 0.75 cup Warm water (approx. 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional, reduced-sodium)
- 6 sticks Low-fat mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 0.5 cup No-sodium added tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 1 cup Grated low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Sliced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup Sliced onions
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, instant yeast, honey, and salt (if using).
Gradually add warm water and olive oil to the bowl while mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest in a warm place for 20 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Roll out the dough into a large circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to the prepared pan.
Place the low-fat mozzarella string cheese sticks around the perimeter of the dough, about 1 inch from the edge. Fold the edge of the dough over the cheese and press to seal, forming the stuffed crust.
Spread the no-sodium added tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base, excluding the crust. Sprinkle with dried Italian seasoning.
Evenly distribute the grated low-fat mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, and onions.
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy stuffed crust pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.6 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 2764 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.4 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.3 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2171 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2077 mg | 44% | |
*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.
