Garlic Spinach Pizza

This Garlic Spinach Pizza is a delightful blend of fresh spinach and aromatic garlic, topped on a crispy, dairy-free crust. It’s a light yet satisfying dish that celebrates Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Fresh spinach - 150 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional, for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat, add the minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
4. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
5. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Brush the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the dough and sprinkle dried oregano evenly on top.
7. Spread the sautéed spinach and garlic mixture over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
8. Top with cherry tomatoes and red onion slices.
9. If using, sprinkle nutritional yeast over the toppings.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from spinach and garlic, promoting overall health.
• Whole wheat crust provides dietary fiber, aiding digestion.

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