Heart-Healthy Vegetable Pizza
Elevate pizza night with this irresistible Heart-Healthy Vegetable Pizza, a nutritious twist that doesn’t skimp on flavor! Crafted with a wholesome whole wheat crust and topped with a vibrant array of fresh vegetables like spinach, red bell pepper, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes, this recipe is as colorful as it is nourishing. A rich, low-sodium tomato sauce layered with minced garlic sets the stage for bold flavors, while a sprinkle of low-fat mozzarella cheese adds a satisfying touch without the guilt. Finished with aromatic dried herbs and optional crushed red pepper flakes for zest, this pizza is baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this heart-friendly recipe is ideal for those seeking a delicious, wholesome meal packed with nutrients. Healthy, homemade, and utterly satisfying—this vegetable pizza is sure to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (about 12 ounces) Whole wheat pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium tomato sauce
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1.5 cups (lightly packed) Fresh spinach
- 1 medium, thinly sliced Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium, thinly sliced Red onion
- 0.75 cup, sliced Mushrooms
- 0.75 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 0.75 cup, shredded Low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon (optional) Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the whole wheat pizza dough into a 12-inch circle or your preferred shape. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper for easier handling.
Brush the top of the dough with olive oil to help it crisp up and prevent the sauce from soaking into the crust.
Spread the low-sodium tomato sauce evenly across the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of border for the crust.
Sprinkle the minced garlic over the tomato sauce for an extra flavor boost.
Evenly distribute the fresh spinach, red bell pepper, red onion, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes over the pizza.
Sprinkle the shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese across the top, ensuring even coverage.
Season the pizza with dried oregano, dried basil, and optional crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Using the parchment paper, carefully transfer the prepared pizza onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing into 8 pieces.
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy vegetable pizza.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1466 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2234 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.2 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.7 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 68.7 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 689 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2093 mg | 45% | |
*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.
