Detroit Style Pizza

Detroit Style Pizza is a deliciously thick and crispy pizza, characterized by its rectangular shape and layered with toppings and cheese. This healthy version maintains the classic flavors while using wholesome ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence.

Ingredients

• Whole Wheat Pizza Dough - 200 grams
• Olive Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato Sauce - 100 grams
• Low-Fat Mozzarella Cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Roasted Red Peppers - 50 grams, sliced
• Mushrooms - 50 grams, sliced
• Spinach - 30 grams, fresh
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Black Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Parmesan Cheese - 20 grams, grated

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. In a bowl, stretch the whole wheat pizza dough into a rectangular shape and place it in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes to rise slightly.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Layer the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce, followed by the sliced roasted red peppers, mushrooms, and fresh spinach.
6. Sprinkle oregano and black pepper over the toppings for added flavor.
7. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the toppings.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top before slicing into squares and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from whole wheat dough and vegetables.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh toppings like spinach and roasted peppers.

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