Pizza aux Légumes

Pizza aux Légumes is a delightful French-inspired pizza packed with colorful vegetables and a high-protein twist. This dish combines a crisp crust with a savory, protein-rich topping, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Zucchini - 100 grams, sliced
• Red bell pepper - 100 grams, sliced
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh
• Ricotta cheese - 100 grams
• Shredded mozzarella cheese - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

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.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Brush the olive oil over the pizza crust to prevent it from getting soggy.
5. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Add the sliced zucchini, red bell pepper, and mushrooms to the skillet, cooking until slightly softened, about 5-7 minutes.
7. Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, then add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
8. Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the pizza crust.
9. Top with the sautéed vegetables, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over everything.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from ricotta and mozzarella cheese, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables, promoting overall health.

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