Ingredients
Pizza Dough
- 250 g whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 180 ml warm water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Pizza Toppings
- 250 g lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- salt to taste
- ground pepper to taste
- 400 g black beans low-sodium
- 1 cup tomato sauce low-sodium
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 small tomato diced
- 1/2 bell peppers diced (red, green, or yellow)
- 1/4 black olives sliced
- 1/4 plain Greek yogurt (low-fat)
- Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt for the pizza dough. Gradually add the warm water and olive oil while mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for a few minutes until it's smooth and elastic. Divide it into two equal portions and roll each portion into a thin round crust.
- Place the pizza crusts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they soften.
- Add the ground turkey or chicken to the skillet and cook until it's browned and cooked through. Break up the meat into small pieces as it cooks.
- Season the meat with ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust the spice level to your preference.
- Spread a thin layer of low-sodium tomato sauce over each pizza crust.
- Top the pizza crusts with the cooked and seasoned meat, drained black beans, shredded cheese, diced tomato, diced bell peppers, and sliced black olives.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Drizzle each pizza with a few dollops of plain Greek yogurt for a creamy topping.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves if desired.This Loaded Mexican Style Pizza is a balanced meal with whole wheat crust, lean protein, and plenty of vegetables. Adjust the portion sizes to fit your dietary needs, and consult with a healthcare professional for personalized dietary guidance.
Nutrition Facts
Mexican loaded pizza
Serving Size
1 Serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
1196
% Daily Value*
Fat
36
g
55
%
Saturated Fat
12
g
75
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
7
g
Monounsaturated Fat
14
g
Cholesterol
129
mg
43
%
Sodium
2004
mg
87
%
Potassium
2136
mg
61
%
Carbohydrates
155
g
52
%
Fiber
35
g
146
%
Sugar
10
g
11
%
Protein
75
g
150
%
Vitamin A
2649
IU
53
%
Vitamin C
57
mg
69
%
Calcium
974
mg
97
%
Iron
13
mg
72
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.