Caprese Pizza

Caprese Pizza is a delightful fusion of classic Italian flavors and American pizza creativity, featuring fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and fragrant basil. This healthy version focuses on whole ingredients, making it a refreshing choice for any meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Fresh mozzarella cheese - 150 grams
• Ripe tomatoes - 2 medium
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 leaves
• Extra virgin olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Balsamic glaze - 1 tablespoon
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface until it reaches your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese and the ripe tomatoes into thin rounds.
5. Arrange the tomato slices evenly over the pizza dough, followed by the mozzarella slices.
6. Drizzle the olive oil over the top and season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately scatter the fresh basil leaves on top.
9. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and basil, which help fight inflammation.
• Whole wheat crust provides more fiber and nutrients compared to regular pizza dough.

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