Here are three healthy pizza recipes that are delicious and nutritious. These recipes use whole-grain crusts, plenty of vegetables, and lean proteins for a healthier twist on traditional pizza.

1. Veggie and Pesto Pizza

"Veggie and Pesto Pizza"Ingredients:

  • Whole-grain pizza dough
  • 2 tablespoons of pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup of spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup of sliced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup of sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup of sliced black olives
  • 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (part-skim)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature for your pizza dough.
  2. Roll out the whole-grain pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  4. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
  5. Scatter the cherry tomatoes, spinach, red bell pepper, red onion, mushrooms, and black olives over the pesto.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven according to the dough’s instructions or until the crust is golden brown, and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  8. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a moment, slice, and enjoy!

2. Mediterranean Chicken and Hummus Pizza

"Mediterranean Chicken and Hummus Pizza"Ingredients:

  • Whole-grain pizza dough
  • 1/2 cup of hummus (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup of cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
  • 1/2 cup of diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup of diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup of sliced Kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to the recommended temperature for your pizza dough.
  2. Roll out the whole-grain pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  4. Spread the hummus evenly over the pizza dough.
  5. Scatter the cooked chicken, diced cucumber, diced tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese over the hummus.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven according to the dough’s instructions or until the crust is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, slice, and serve.

3. Margherita Zucchini Crust Pizza

"Margherita Zucchini Crust Pizza"Ingredients:

  • 2 medium zucchinis, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup of almond flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups of fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • Fresh basil leaves for topping

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the grated zucchini, eggs, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the zucchini mixture into a round pizza crust shape, about 1/4-inch thick.
  4. Bake the zucchini crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until it becomes firm and starts to brown.
  5. Remove the crust from the oven and spread the tomato sauce evenly over it.
  6. Place the fresh mozzarella slices on top.
  7. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven, top with fresh basil leaves, slice, and enjoy your low-carb Margherita zucchini crust pizza!

These healthy pizza recipes offer a variety of flavors and are packed with nutritious ingredients. Feel free to customize them with your favorite toppings and enjoy guilt-free pizza nights!