Description
Enjoy a delicious and heart-healthy pizza without the guilt! This recipe features a crispy pita crust topped with flavorful, low-fat ingredients for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 whole wheat pita breads
- 1/2 cup low-sodium pizza or marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced red onion
- Optional: 1/4 cup cooked, shredded chicken breast or turkey pepperoni
- Optional for garnish: Fresh basil, a pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place pita breads on a baking sheet.
- Spread an even layer of pizza sauce over each pita.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Distribute bell peppers, mushrooms, and red onion evenly over the cheese. Add optional protein if desired.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 1-2 minutes, then slice and serve. Garnish with fresh basil or red pepper flakes if using.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10-12 mins