Pizza de Atum

Pizza de Atum is a delicious Brazilian pizza topped with savory tuna and a blend of fresh ingredients, offering a delightful twist on traditional pizza. It's packed with protein and perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Canned tuna (in water) - 150 grams, drained
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Green bell pepper - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Black olives - 30 grams, sliced
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
4. In a bowl, mix the drained tuna with a tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to taste.
5. Distribute the tuna mixture over the tomato sauce evenly.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tuna layer.
7. Top with sliced red onion, green bell pepper, and black olives.
8. Sprinkle oregano over the top for added flavor.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
10. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to the tuna and cheese, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and tuna, which are beneficial for heart health.

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