Green Pizza

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Why not use cooler-weather vegetables like broccoli and arugula as an unconventional pizza topping? The arugula adds a slightly bitter, peppery taste--for a milder flavor, use spinach instead. Serve with wedges of fresh tomato tossed with vinegar, olive oil, basil and freshly ground pepper.

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Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound prepared pizza dough, preferably whole-wheat

  • 2 cups chopped broccoli florets

  • ¼ cup water

  • 5 ounces arugula ,any tough stems removed, chopped (about 6 cups)

  • Pinch of salt

  • Freshly ground pepper to taste

  • ½ cup prepared pesto

  • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. Position oven rack in the lowest position; preheat to 450 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.

  2. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about the size of the baking sheet. Transfer to the baking sheet. Bake until puffed and lightly crisped on the bottom, 8 to 10 minutes.

  3. Meanwhile, cook broccoli and water in a large skillet over medium heat, covered, until the broccoli is crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in arugula and cook, stirring, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Spread pesto evenly over the crust, top with the broccoli mixture and sprinkle with cheese. Bake until crispy and golden and the cheese is melted, 8 to 10 minutes.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2009

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

323 Calories
17g Fat
33g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 slice
Calories 323
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 2g
Added Sugars 1g 2%
Protein 15g 30%
Total Fat 17g 21%
Saturated Fat 5g 23%
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Vitamin A 1555IU 31%
Vitamin C 27mg 30%
Folate 41mcg 10%
Sodium 512mg 22%
Calcium 344mg 26%
Iron 1mg 7%
Magnesium 32mg 8%
Potassium 242mg 5%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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