Sinless Spinach Stuffed Pizza
Indulge guilt-free with this Sinless Spinach Stuffed Pizza—a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food! Crafted with whole wheat pizza dough, this recipe is packed with the goodness of fresh spinach, creamy part-skim ricotta, and low-fat mozzarella cheese, all seasoned with garlic and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Encased in a golden, flaky crust, the rich spinach-cheese filling is topped with a layer of low-sodium pizza sauce and a sprinkle of oregano for a flavorful finish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend indulgence, this healthier stuffed pizza option comes together in just 45 minutes and is a delicious way to sneak some extra greens onto your plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
- 6 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese (part-skim)
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese (low-fat)
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce (low-sodium)
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir in the cooked spinach until evenly incorporated.
Divide the pizza dough into two equal parts. Roll each piece into a circle roughly 10-12 inches in diameter, using a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking.
Place one dough circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet (or preheated pizza stone if using). Spread the spinach and cheese mixture evenly over this base, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
Cover the filling with the second rolled-out dough circle. Pinch the edges together tightly to seal the stuffed pizza.
Using a fork or knife, prick a few small holes in the top dough layer to allow steam to escape while baking.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the top dough layer and sprinkle with dried oregano for flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Slice into wedges and enjoy your Sinless Spinach Stuffed Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.2 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 4232 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.4 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.8 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 87.9 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1329 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 1286 mg | 27% | |
*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.
