Chickpea and Spinach Pizza

Chickpea and Spinach Pizza combines the wholesome goodness of chickpeas and fresh spinach, topped with a blend of Greek flavors for a delightful vegetarian experience. This pizza offers a crispy crust and a savory filling that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup (240 grams), drained and rinsed
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups (60 grams), roughly chopped
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 1/2 cup (75 grams), halved
• Red onion - 1/4 cup (40 grams), thinly sliced

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet, cooking until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, wilted spinach, crumbled feta cheese, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
6. Spread the chickpea and spinach mixture evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
7. Top the pizza with halved cherry tomatoes and sliced red onion.
8. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the toppings.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
10. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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