Pizza de Espinafre

Pizza de Espinafre is a delightful Brazilian vegan pizza featuring a rich spinach and tofu topping, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. This dish combines the earthy flavors of spinach with the creaminess of tofu, all atop a crispy crust.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 1 base (about 250g)
• Fresh spinach - 200g
• Firm tofu - 150g, crumbled
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 100g, halved
• Fresh basil - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
4. In a bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, nutritional yeast, cooked spinach, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix well to create a creamy filling.
5. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
6. Spread the spinach-tofu mixture evenly over the pizza base.
7. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from spinach, which support immune function.
• High in plant-based protein from tofu, promoting muscle health.

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