Help with a healthy pizza?
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My husband and I always make our own pizzas- generally because I have a dairy allergy and people tend to screw things up hah! But over the years we have become super creative...
-Breakfast pizza: cook dough first till almost done and then add your favorite scrambled egg combinations
Egg white/egg combo
chopped peppers and onions or spinach and red onion
any meat if any
salt/pepper/ketchup/whatever you like hah
-Turkey sausage and broccoli rabb
-Ellie Krieger's Ham, Egg, and Spinach pizza is phenomenal: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ellie-krieger/egg-ham-and-spinach-pizza-recipe.html
-Mixed salad pizza: cook dough, add dressed salad on top
Endive, radicchio, arugula
little olive oil and lemon
maybe grilled chicken or shrimp
fresh herbs
sliver of fresh parm for my husband
salt and pepper
I have a ton more haha if you want more!0 -
I use Joseph's Lavash flat bread...lightly spread olive oil and a variety of toppings and spices depending on what I feel like, spinach, mushrooms, olives, chicken, etc. I use just sprinkles of grated parmesan cheese and pizza cheeses...probably less than 1/4 cup per half slice. My husband wants this almost every night of the week now. He likes turkey pepperoni and onions and hot peppers. My daughter likes alfredo sauce, chicken and bacon bits.
The flat bread is nice and thin and makes a great crispy crust...only 100 calories per flat bread. I cut it in half and make two..
It's awesome!
Here's a couple links for a recipes...
http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/09/lavash-flatbread-pizzas.html
https://www.josephsbakery.com/recipe/dont-cry-for-me-argentina-lavash-pizza/0 -
use a pita or english muffins0
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Here's the recipe I found for a no dough pizza. I am on a low carb diet, so it may not work for you if you're doing something different. Just something to consider. If it won't work for you, then just ignore it, or store it away for the future???
NO DOUGH PIZZA!!!!!!! This one is a WINNER!!!!
Gluten Free, Low Carb, Diabetic Friendly!!!!!!
For when you absolutely want pizza but not all the carbs!!!!!!!
Crust
1 (8 oz) package of full fat cream cheese, room temperature
2 eggs
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Topping
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
toppings - pepperoni, ham, sausage, mushrooms, peppers
Garlic powder
Preheat oven to 350.
Lightly spay a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray. With a handheld mixer, mix cream cheese, eggs, pepper, garlic powder and parmesan cheese until combined. Spread into baking dish. Bake for 12-15 minutes, our until golden brown. Allow crust to cool for 10 minutes.
Spread pizza sauce on crust. Top with cheese and toppings. Sprinkle pizza with garlic powder. Bake 8-10 minutes, until cheese is melted.0 -
I've tried it with Califlower crust and it's great, my 12 yr old daughter liked it to!0
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I'm going to try this!0
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why don't you just make a normal whole wheat pizza with normal cheese and toppings and eat in moderation ...??
i make pizza every now and then and enjoy it ... normal food ... but i don't eat as much ... and if i did i just move more or something0 -
I use the 90 calorie Flat Out breads for the crust and add a little pesto, veggies, grilled chicken and part skim mozzarella cheese.0
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I just make/order regular pizza with all the toppings I'm in the mood to eat, and then have a lighter breakfast/lunch. I'd rather have a couple slices of really good, cheesy, melty authentic pizza than an entire pizza made of cauliflower. I've tried three different cauliflower crusts at the insistence of a friend that 'it tastes the SAME!'. It does not taste the same, and it does not taste good! :laugh:0
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http://www.emilybites.com/2011/01/deep-dish-pizza-casserole.html I made this deep dish pizza "casserole" for the super bowl and it was a huge hit. I will make again for sure. I subed the ground beef for 12 oz. cooked turkey sausage for a more traditional pizza feel. The comment from others who weren't watching their calories was "It's really good because It's so meaty!". I found it satisfying. Have a slice with a salad or steamed veg. to fill you up.0
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Making your own pizza dough really helps you to control your calories and what goes into it. Aside from that, measure all of your ingredients. We always do olive oil garlic, mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and feta. It is really good.0
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Fathead crust pizza is the best!
http://www.fathead-movie.com/index.php/2013/06/30/weekend-bonus-the-older-brothers-oldest-sons-faux-carb-pizza/0 -
Use whole wheat english muffins. Put sauce, skim milk mozzerella, and what ever veggies/meat/fruit you want on it(I like ham, pineapple, tomato, bell pepper and jalepeno on mine). You can cook them in the toaster oven or regular oven.0
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I use several store-bought crusts. The best I've found for lower calories is golden home ultra thin crust. (You can also use a tortilla if you're fine with a smaller and thinner crust.) For sauce I use ragu pizza quick sauce, and then top with mozzarella and whatever it is you like for toppings.I've never made my own pizza before and I've been craving pizza like crazy since I've started my diet. I'd really like to custome make a healthy pizza for myself, but I don't really know where to start.
I'm looking for a "yum" factor for as few calories as possible. I know I like chicken and spinach. I've heard that goat cheese is pretty good for you, but are there better/healthier alternatives? And what to season with? I've never really cooked for myself until I started this diet. And I am at a complete loss for the cheese and I don't think a sauce would be necessary...
,,,any suggestions?
I do mine in a toaster oven. I first put the crust by itself in there for about 4 minutes at anywhere from 350-425, not so much it actually starts browning but enough to start getting dry/crispy. Then take it out, add everything, throw it back in until the cheese is done to your preference.
(An entire 12" with 6 oz of cheese is about 900 calories.)0 -
Toast Arnold Sandwich thins and then then top with a little sauce, skim mozzarella & any veggies or turkey sausage and bake til cheese melted for a QUICK and satisfying pizza craving!0
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Simple and delish:
Mama Mary's Thin & Crispy Pizza Crust
1 Can Hunts diced tomatoes (drain excess juice/sauce)
mini mozzarella balls
Parsley or Basil, oregano, garlic, pepper, salt to taste
(optional sundried tomato)
I have also added homemade sliced turkey meatballs
Mix the can tomato with all the spices and spread on pizza crust, sort of mashing it into the crust (the tomatoes are chunky)
Dot with cheese balls and (optional) sundried tomatoes and/or turkey meatballs.
Bake 375 for 15-20 minutes... Yum!0 -
This.
It's pretty good and then you can spend your calories on toppings that also get you protein.
For cheese you might want a grated hard cheese like romano or parmesean - you'll get lots of flaor without lots of calories and fat. They also pair well with chicken and leafy greens.0 -
why don't you just make a normal whole wheat pizza with normal cheese and toppings and eat in moderation ...??
i make pizza every now and then and enjoy it ... normal food ... but i don't eat as much ... and if i did i just move more or something
Because dieting has to be painful and heart breaking. Didn't you get the memo?0 -
I really like the Flat Out Wraps for making pizza. They are very tasty and only 90 cals (with 9g of protein). They crisp up pretty well too.
Add sauce, chicken, spinach, etc. I'm sure you could make an awesome pizza for ~400 cals.0 -
All the ideas above are awesome and this overlaps some, but thought I'd add to the list.
Since you said you like thin crust, chicken, spinach, no sauce...
Whole wheat pita, Mission or Tumaros...or some brand... of low carb/low calorie tortilla/wraps.
If you want it crispy, toast in toaster oven or regular oven without a pan for a few minutes or so, just to get a light toasting...
Add mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta, asiago....actually any cheese yo like (mozzarella is most often used). If you have olive oil, spread a little on the crust before putting your cheese(s) on. It just adds more flavor and some healthy fat.
Add your cooked chicken and/or cooked spinach.
Toast again til cheese is melted.
Add garlic, salt, pepper, oregano....whatever herbs/seasonings you like or have. Super quick and easy! Yummy, too and usually might have the ingredients you need at home already.0 -
why don't you just make a normal whole wheat pizza with normal cheese and toppings and eat in moderation ...??
i make pizza every now and then and enjoy it ... normal food ... but i don't eat as much ... and if i did i just move more or something
I vote for this!
Making your own crust allows you to control what is in it.
Fleischmann's makes a pizza crust yeast ....1 step ....easy.
http://www.pizzacrustyeast.com/
I use regular sauce (yes, high in sodium) but low cal
2% Mozzarella
Turkey pepperoni which tastes great; but because the texture is stiff, I cut the slices into quarters.....then add lots of veggies.
Invest in a pizza stone if you don't already have one...makes (even a low fat crust) nice & crispy
When I crave pizza .....sauce on a tortilla or english muffin is not gonna cut it (IMO).0 -
For the rest of your life.Don't eat pizza. Done.
Some goals are not worth accomplishing.0 -
We are pizzaholics in my house, so I've got a few suggestions:
-Aldi flatbreads make a great crust if you like it crispy. We made some for New Years Eve and cut up to share but you could easily make a pizza under 300 calories with them. The flatbread is either 90 or 100 calories, depending on which type you get, then measuring everything else out will help keep calories under control. You can't really load up with toppings too much though since the crust will be thinner.
-Flour tortillas - we've done tortilla pizzas on the grill before and they also get nice and crisp
-Pita bread makes for a good crust too if you like yours a bit thicker.
Mushrooms are a great meaty tasting topping without the grease that comes with pepperoni or sausage.
I've also made pizza salads before where I throw in typical pizza fixins in a big bowl of lettuce and spinach and get my fix that way0 -
Thanks for the share.http://www.emilybites.com/2011/01/deep-dish-pizza-casserole.html I made this deep dish pizza "casserole" for the super bowl and it was a huge hit. I will make again for sure. I subed the ground beef for 12 oz. cooked turkey sausage for a more traditional pizza feel. The comment from others who weren't watching their calories was "It's really good because It's so meaty!". I found it satisfying. Have a slice with a salad or steamed veg. to fill you up.
I'm going to try this with some italian sausage, spicy pepperoni, and bacon.0 -
Look for low-cal pitas, I like Flat-Out's Light Italian Herb flatbread for 90 calories.
Tomatoes are super low cal and good for you, so any pizza sauce or just cutting tomatoes for a margherita pizza.
Reduced fat/2%milk mozz cheese.
Add anything else you want (veggies, meat, bbq, etc)
Throw in the oven or on the grill for a few minutes.
When I make the flatbread with generic pizza sauce and 2 cups reduced fat mozz, its only 240.
I'm a sucker for pizza and if i just cut it out like some people suggested, then i gorge on it whenever i can't resist at a friends house or something. My hubby loves pizza and says these are a decent alternative for when I ban take out pizza from the house 0 -
Papa Johns Spinach Alfredo Thin Crust. 220 cals a slice for large size. Real Pizza Real Good. I always add grilled chicken to it.0
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Flat Out, 1/4c low fat alfredo sauce, 2oz diced chicken breast, 1/4serv spinach, mushrooms, salt and pepper for under 300cal.0
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Bumping for all the yumminess in this thread....
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Ithe Jamie oliver crust is as good as any, in winter i heat a stone baking sheet in the bottom of the oven at 500f for half an hour to try and get the heat of a wood burning oven going, I make the crust really thin (thinner the better,) and top simply (Usually home canned tomatoes with basil, basil leaves and some fresh mozzarella (not the supermarket stuff - the mozzarella di buffi there is a local producer here so it's not too pricey) almost all the calories come in from the mozzarella (I use 4 ounces at 90 cal an ounce) but i just plan for it tomato sauce - very little 3-4 tablespoons of what is essentially tomato puree, 6-8 basil leaves - total is about 900 calories and we split it and have a salad0
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