Pizza de Chorizo

Pizza de Chorizo is a delightful and healthy Spanish twist on traditional pizza, featuring a crispy whole wheat crust topped with spicy chorizo, fresh vegetables, and a sprinkle of aromatic herbs. This dish combines the rich flavors of Spain with a nutritious profile, making it perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Chorizo sausage, sliced - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper, thinly sliced - 1 medium
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 1 small
• Zucchini, thinly sliced - 1 medium
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese, grated - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful
• Salt and pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
5. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. Layer the sliced chorizo, red bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini evenly on top of the cheese.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the toppings and sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Whole wheat crust provides more fiber and nutrients than traditional white flour crust.
• Chorizo contains protein and essential vitamins, while the vegetables add antioxidants and vitamins.

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