Southwestern Spicy

This Southwestern Spicy pizza combines the bold flavors of spicy chorizo, roasted peppers, and a zesty chipotle sauce, all on a gluten-free crust. Perfect for pizza night, it offers a unique twist that brings a taste of the Southwest to your table.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free pizza crust - 1 (10-inch)
• Spicy chorizo sausage - 150 grams, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Green bell pepper - 1, sliced
• Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Chipotle sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add sliced chorizo and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the sliced red and green bell peppers and red onion to the skillet and sauté for another 5 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in cumin powder, salt, and black pepper, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. Spread the chipotle sauce evenly over the gluten-free pizza crust.
6. Evenly distribute the chorizo and vegetable mixture over the sauce, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
7. Place the pizza on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chorizo and cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from the bell peppers and cilantro, contributing to overall health.

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