Description
This Protein Pizza recipe features a high-protein, Greek yogurt crust topped with classic pizza sauce, melty mozzarella, and turkey pepperoni. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, flavorful, and satisfying option for quick weeknight dinners. Easily adaptable to be gluten-free and customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 all-purpose flour for gluten-free version)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or blended cottage cheese as a substitute)
For the Toppings:
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup turkey pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the pizza. This high heat helps achieve a crisp, golden crust.
- Make the Protein Pizza Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, and salt. Stir well to evenly mix the dry ingredients. Add the Greek yogurt and stir until a sticky dough forms, making sure everything is fully incorporated.
- Shape the Dough: Lay a piece of parchment paper on your counter and dust lightly with flour. With well-floured hands, place the dough onto the parchment. Gently roll and press the dough into a 14-inch circle, dusting with additional flour as necessary to prevent sticking.
- Pre-Bake the Crust: Transfer the shaped dough (on the parchment) to a pizza stone or large baking sheet. Pre-bake the crust for 8 minutes. This step helps set the dough and begins to crisp up the base before adding toppings.
- Add Toppings and Bake: Carefully remove the crust from the oven. Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the surface. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the sauce and scatter the turkey pepperoni on top. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the crust is golden and crisp.
- Slice and Serve: Let the pizza cool for a minute or two after baking. Slice into four portions and serve hot for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy your protein-packed meal!
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with blended cottage cheese for a similar protein boost.
- Use gluten-free 1:1 all-purpose flour for a gluten-free option.
- The recipe yields one 14-inch pizza; each serving is 1/4 of the pizza.
- Customize toppings with vegetables or another type of cheese according to your preference.
- If your dough feels too sticky, add more flour a tablespoon at a time until manageable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pizza (approx. 102g pizza dough, 1/8 cup marinara, 1/4 cup mozzarella, 1 oz turkey pepperoni)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1193mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0.003g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 61mg
