Southwestern Veggie Pizza

This Southwestern Veggie Pizza combines vibrant flavors and fresh vegetables, making it a healthy and satisfying choice for pizza lovers. Topped with zesty spices, it brings a delightful twist to a classic dish while remaining light and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black beans, rinsed and drained - 100 grams
• Corn kernels - 75 grams
• Red bell pepper, diced - 1/2
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 1/4
• Jalapeño, sliced - 1 tablespoon
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil to enhance flavor and crispiness.
5. In a bowl, mix the black beans, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, and salt until well combined.
6. Spread the vegetable mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the vegetables.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
10. Serve warm and enjoy your Southwestern Veggie Pizza!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from black beans and whole wheat crust, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from a variety of colorful vegetables.

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