Margherita Pizza with Arugula

Health score
11%
Margherita Pizza with Arugula
45 min.
8
434kcal

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Looking for a delightful, fresh take on the classic pizza? This Margherita Pizza with Arugula is the perfect combination of crispy grilled crust, rich tomato sauce, and a vibrant topping of peppery arugula. With a burst of flavor from the balsamic vinegar and the creamy, melt-in-your-mouth low-fat cheeses, this pizza will have your taste buds dancing with joy!

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a fun gathering with friends, this dish brings a refreshing twist to traditional pizza with its healthy ingredients. The homemade sauce, crafted from crushed plum tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic, adds an authentic, tangy flavor to the pizza that pairs wonderfully with the slightly bitter arugula topping. And let’s not forget the addition of low-fat fontina and Romano cheeses, offering a rich, gooey layer without the guilt!

Grilled to perfection, the pizza crust provides a delightful crunch while holding all these vibrant ingredients together. Whether you’re enjoying it as a casual meal or impressing your guests at a dinner party, this Margherita Pizza with Arugula is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and healthy fats, making it a satisfying choice for anyone looking to enjoy a lighter, yet flavorful pizza experience!

Ingredients

  • cups arugula roughly chopped
  • tbsp balsamic vinegar 
  • 25 oz canned tomatoes crushed canned
  • 0.8 cup basil fresh chopped
  • tbsp garlic fresh finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups fontina grated
  • tbsp olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • servings uncook pizza crust 
  • 1.5 cups pecorino cheese grated

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. To make sauce, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, and 1 tbsp oil in a medium-sized bowl. Stir well and set aside for up to 1 hour.
  2. Mix cheeses together in a bowl. In a separate bowl, combine arugula, remaining 2 tbsp oil, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Make crust. While second side of each crust is grilling, spread 1/8 cheese mixture over cooked side of each crust; dollop each with1/3 cup sauce. (Do not spread.) Top with arugula. Rotate 3 to 4 minutes until bottom is golden brown.
  3. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories434kcal
Protein18.52%
Fat43.74%
Carbs37.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.25
Glycemic Load
2.74
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.399565225062%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.64mg
Kaempferol
5.24mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:434.36kcal
21.72%
Fat:21.37g
32.87%
Saturated Fat:10.23g
63.97%
Carbohydrates:41.47g
13.82%
Net Carbohydrates:38.47g
13.99%
Sugar:6.35g
7.05%
Cholesterol:48.21mg
16.07%
Sodium:895.44mg
38.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.36g
40.71%
Calcium:458.48mg
45.85%
Vitamin K:34.63µg
32.98%
Phosphorus:269.36mg
26.94%
Iron:3.53mg
19.62%
Vitamin A:969.07IU
19.38%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.1%
Vitamin C:11.43mg
13.85%
Vitamin E:2.06mg
13.72%
Fiber:3g
11.99%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.36%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.75%
Potassium:366.08mg
10.46%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.43%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.43%
Selenium:7.17µg
10.25%
Copper:0.2mg
10.05%
Magnesium:38.34mg
9.59%
Folate:30.45µg
7.61%
Vitamin B3:1.21mg
6.07%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6%
Vitamin B5:0.51mg
5.14%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.62%
Source:Epicurious