5 Pizza Recipes That Are Healthy And Delicious
Pizza has a reputation for being somewhat unhealthy. But it doesn’t have to be this way. There’s a huge difference in calories between a greasy cheese laden takeaway pizza topped full of processed unhealthy meat and a well-made balanced pizza made with just a little less cheese and some fresh ingredients.
Here are 5 combinations for a healthier pizza treat. Where the recipe uses mozzarella, we suggest going a little lighter on the cheese than you might do ordinarily. Not only is it healthier, but it helps bring out the flavours of the toppings more as well. A suggested portion size for an 11” pizza is around 70g of mozzarella.
- Superfood Pizza. Plenty of traditional pizza toppings contain high levels of vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants and are classed as superfoods. Try adding the following toppings to your pizza for a superfood hit!
Black Olives, Sun-dried tomatoes, Capers and Artichoke Hearts.
- High Protein Pizza. Eating a protein rich diet can really help with keeping you fuller for longer and aiding overall weight loss. Why not try this high protein pizza that also tastes delicious!
Grilled free-range chicken breast, wilted spinach, egg and toasted pine nuts. Try cracking your egg onto your pizza around halfway through cooking so you get a nice soft yolk to dip your crusts into.
- Plant Power Pizza. You’ll need to skip the cheese for this one or alternatively use a vegan cheese.
Roast some mixed vegetables (Courgettes, Aubergines and Red Onions) in the oven with some Olive oil, herbs and garlic for around 20 minutes. Add onto your pizza and top with Basil Pesto, toasted pine nuts and fresh Rocket Leaves.
- Summer Pizza
Heirloom tomatoes are bang in season in summer and make a delicious and visually stunning pizza topping. They are also very healthy! Simply cut them into slices before adding them to your pizza along with some fresh basil and Parmesan cheese for a simple but zingy and fresh taste of summer.
- Root Vegetable Pizza. This pizza is a great way to enjoy seasonal root vegetables and makes a healthy and satisfying meal.
Start by slicing some sweet potato, butternut squash, red onions and parsnips before adding them to a roasting tray with some salt, pepper, chopped rosemary, fresh thyme and garlic. You can also add a few chilli flakes if you fancy a spicier version! Roast in the oven for approximately 30 minutes until soft and slightly caramelised. Add the roasted vegetables to your pizza base along with mozzarella cheese before cooking your pizza.
So there you have it, 5 great suggestions for a healthier pizza meal. Enjoy!
