Pizza con Acciughe

Pizza con Acciughe is a traditional Italian dish that combines the rich umami flavor of anchovies with a wholesome base of whole wheat dough and fresh vegetables. This healthy pizza is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese (low-fat) - 100 grams
• Anchovy fillets - 6 pieces
• Black olives (pitted and sliced) - 50 grams
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 100 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the whole wheat pizza dough into a 10-inch circle.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base of the pizza, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. Arrange the anchovy fillets, sliced black olives, and halved cherry tomatoes evenly on top of the cheese.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the toppings and season with salt and black pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in omega-3 fatty acids from anchovies, promoting heart health.
• Rich in fiber from whole wheat dough, aiding digestion.

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