Description
Gourmet spinach artichoke pizza blends Mediterranean flavors with classic comfort. Crisp crust, creamy cheese, and fresh ingredients create a delightful culinary experience you’ll savor with each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (12 oz/340 g) whole wheat pizza dough
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz/400 g) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pizza stone or baking sheet by lightly dusting with flour to prevent sticking.
- Stretch the whole wheat dough into a thin, circular shape approximately 12 inches in diameter, ensuring an even thickness.
- Gently sauté chopped spinach and artichoke hearts in a skillet over medium heat until softened and excess moisture evaporates, about 3-4 minutes.
- Whip cream cheese with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy, incorporating half the mozzarella cheese for added richness.
- Evenly spread the seasoned cream cheese mixture across the prepared dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Distribute the wilted spinach and artichoke pieces uniformly over the cream cheese base.
- Generously sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese across the top, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven at 475°F and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and melted, bubbling cheese.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the cheese to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Experiment with gluten-free pizza dough for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful dish.
- Drain spinach and artichokes thoroughly to prevent excess moisture that could make the pizza soggy and compromise the crispy crust.
- Consider adding red pepper flakes or a drizzle of olive oil after baking for an extra flavor boost and gourmet touch.
- Swap dairy ingredients with vegan alternatives like cashew cream cheese and plant-based mozzarella for a completely plant-based version that doesn’t sacrifice taste or texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg