Greek Veggie Pizza

This Greek Veggie Pizza combines the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean ingredients on a protein-rich crust, making it a delightful meal for pizza lovers. Packed with fresh vegetables and feta cheese, it’s a healthy twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams (for serving)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Brush the dough with olive oil and sprinkle minced garlic evenly over the surface.
5. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the fresh spinach until wilted, about 2-3 minutes, then spread it evenly over the dough.
6. Top the spinach with halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives.
7. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the pizza, followed by dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is slightly melted.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
10. Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 17 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from feta cheese and Greek yogurt, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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