Description
This High Protein Pizza recipe offers a delicious, muscle-friendly meal packed with lean proteins, fresh vegetables, and flavorful cheese. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts and pizza lovers alike, it combines quick preparation with wholesome nutrition to fuel your day with every tasty bite.
Ingredients
High Protein Base
- Lean chicken breast, turkey, or high-protein pizza crust (such as chickpea or cauliflower crust) – quantity as needed for 1 pizza
Cheese
- Mozzarella – 1 cup shredded
- Feta – ½ cup crumbled
- Ricotta – ¼ cup dollops (optional)
Tomato Sauce
- Tomato sauce – ½ cup
Fresh Vegetables
- Bell peppers – ½ cup sliced
- Spinach – 1 cup fresh leaves
- Mushrooms – ½ cup sliced
- Tomatoes – ½ cup sliced or diced
Herbs and Spices
- Oregano – 1 tsp dried or 1 tbsp fresh
- Basil – 1 tbsp fresh leaves
- Garlic powder – ½ tsp
Healthy Fats
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp for drizzling
- Avocado slices – optional garnish
Optional Protein Boost & Variations
- Tofu, tempeh, or chickpeas – to substitute meat for vegetarian version (½ cup cooked)
- Jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes – to taste, for spice
- Shrimp or smoked salmon – ½ cup for seafood twist
- Nutritional yeast or hemp seeds – 1-2 tbsp for extra protein and flavor
Instructions
- Prepare Your Protein-Packed Base: Prepare traditional dough as usual, use a pre-made or homemade high protein crust such as chickpea or cauliflower crust, or cook and dice lean chicken or turkey for a crust-less, nutrient-dense option.
- Spread the Sauce: Evenly spread a generous layer of tomato sauce over the base, covering edges lightly to contain toppings and add classic flavor.
- Add Your Cheese and Protein: Layer shredded mozzarella, crumbled feta, or dollops of ricotta over the sauce, then evenly distribute your prepared protein source (meat, tofu, or alternatives).
- Load Up Fresh Veggies and Herbs: Sprinkle fresh bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, and tomatoes over the cheese and protein, then add herbs like basil or oregano to boost aroma and flavor.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the pizza in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and edges are golden brown.
- Add Final Touches and Serve: Remove from oven, drizzle with olive oil or sprinkle nutritional yeast for extra protein and umami flavor. Slice and enjoy your wholesome high protein pizza!
Notes
- Select lean proteins such as chicken breast or turkey for high protein but low fat.
- Avoid overloading toppings to maintain a crisp crust and prevent sogginess.
- Pre-cook meats before adding to pizza to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Use fresh herbs after baking to add brightness and fresh flavor.
- Experiment with blends of different cheeses to create complex textures and flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pizza)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: high protein pizza, muscle-friendly, healthy pizza, low carb pizza, gluten free pizza, protein rich meal, fitness food, lean protein pizza
