Description
This Deliciously Healthy Green Pizza is a vibrant and nutritious twist on classic pizza, loaded with fresh spinach, broccoli, and bell peppers on a crispy crust, all layered with flavorful pesto and melted mozzarella cheese. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick, wholesome meal that satisfies both taste and health.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 package Pizza Dough (Use store-bought for convenience or make your own.)
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (For brushing the crust.)
Toppings
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach (Can substitute with kale.)
- 1 cup Broccoli Florets (Substitute with asparagus if desired.)
- 1 cup Bell Pepper, sliced (Any color; zucchini makes a great alternative.)
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Vegan cheese can be used for a plant-based option.)
- 1/2 cup Pesto Sauce (Store-bought or homemade.)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it inside the oven now to heat up, which will help achieve a crispier crust.
- Roll Dough: On a floured surface, roll out your pizza dough until it reaches a 12-inch diameter, about ¼ inch thick, making sure the dough is evenly shaped for uniform baking.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Generously brush the surface of the rolled-out dough with extra virgin olive oil. This adds flavor and helps the crust brown nicely.
- Spread Pesto: Evenly spread a thick layer of pesto sauce over the oiled dough, which will serve as the flavorful base for your toppings.
- Add Vegetables: Layer the fresh spinach, broccoli florets, and sliced bell peppers evenly over the pesto-covered dough to distribute the vegetables well.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the vegetables to melt beautifully during baking.
- Bake the Pizza: Place your pizza in the preheated oven (on the pizza stone if using). Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Slice into desired portions and serve hot for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute kale for spinach if preferred for a different green flavor and texture.
- Feel free to swap broccoli with asparagus or other favorite green vegetables for variety.
- For a vegan version, use vegan cheese to keep it plant-based and delicious.
- Using a pizza stone enhances the crust’s crispiness but is optional.
- Make sure to preheat the oven thoroughly to achieve the best baking results.
