Lentil Spinach Pizza

This Lentil Spinach Pizza is a delightful twist on traditional Greek flavors, featuring a hearty lentil base, vibrant spinach, and aromatic herbs. It's a nourishing, dairy-free option perfect for pizza lovers seeking a healthier alternative.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Cooked green lentils - 100 grams
• Fresh spinach - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to fit a pizza stone or baking tray.
3. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced red onion; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
5. Spread the cooked green lentils evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
6. Top the lentils with the sautéed spinach and onion mixture, then scatter the halved cherry tomatoes on top.
7. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
8. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
9. Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil.
10. Slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 320 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from lentils, promoting muscle health.
• High in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps maintain a healthy weight.

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