Wasabi Pesto Pizza

Wasabi Pesto Pizza combines the vibrant flavors of traditional pesto with a spicy kick of wasabi, creating a unique fusion that tantalizes the taste buds. This healthy pizza is topped with fresh vegetables and a light cheese, making it a delicious and nutritious option for pizza lovers.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 30 grams
• Wasabi paste - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 100 grams
• Spinach, fresh - 50 grams
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 75 grams
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a food processor, combine basil leaves, wasabi paste, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the wasabi pesto.
3. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
4. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Spread an even layer of the wasabi pesto over the pizza base.
6. Evenly distribute the fresh spinach and halved cherry tomatoes on top of the pesto.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables.
8. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle sesame seeds on top before slicing.
10. Let it cool for a couple of minutes, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh basil and spinach.
• Whole wheat crust offers more fiber and nutrients compared to regular crust.

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