Low Fat Classic Deep Dish Pizza
Indulge in the hearty flavors of Chicago-style pizza with a healthy twist using this Low Fat Classic Deep Dish Pizza recipe. Crafted with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flour, the crust is thick, golden, and packed with wholesome goodness. A savory tomato-garlic sauce infused with oregano and basil forms the perfect base, while a generous layer of reduced-fat mozzarella and Parmesan cheese provides gooey satisfaction without the extra calories. Topped with colorful slices of red bell pepper, button mushrooms, fresh spinach, and black olives, this nutrient-packed deep dish pizza offers a guilt-free version of a beloved classic. Ready in under an hour and serving 4, this pizza is an ideal choice for family dinners or pizza nights that don’t compromise on flavor or health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 2 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes, canned
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 2 cups Grated reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup Button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup Spinach leaves
- 0.5 cup Black olives, sliced
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
Add the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil into the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 60 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Punch down the dough and roll it out into a circle large enough to fit a 9-inch deep dish pizza pan.
Grease the pizza pan lightly with olive oil and carefully place the dough into the pan, pressing it against the sides to form a thick crust.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, oregano, and dried basil. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough.
Layer the mozzarella cheese, followed by red bell pepper, mushrooms, spinach, and black olives.
Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your low-fat deep dish pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.2 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.3 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 7276 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 325.0 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.5 g | 177% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.7 g | ||
| Protein | 138.7 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 2276 mg | 175% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 3060 mg | 65% | |
*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.
