BBQ Chickpea Pizza

BBQ Chickpea Pizza is a delightful twist on traditional pizza, featuring a tangy barbecue sauce, protein-packed chickpeas, and a variety of colorful vegetables. This dairy-free option is perfect for a satisfying meal that is both healthy and delicious.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 250 grams
• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup (240 grams), drained and rinsed
• BBQ sauce - 1/2 cup (120 ml)
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
• Corn kernels - 1/2 cup (75 grams), fresh or frozen
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mash slightly with a fork to combine.
5. Spread the BBQ chickpea mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
6. Top with sliced red bell pepper, red onion, and corn kernels.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the top and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and toppings are heated through.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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