Skinny Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Pizza

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Skinny Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Pizza
195 min.
8
142kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Skinny Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Pizza, a perfect dish for those who crave a light yet satisfying meal. This vegetarian pizza is not only a feast for the eyes but also a guilt-free option that fits seamlessly into your healthy eating plan. With just 142 calories per serving, you can enjoy a slice (or two!) without compromising your dietary goals.

Imagine biting into a perfectly baked crust, topped with creamy fresh mozzarella and ripe, juicy Roma tomatoes. The combination of fresh basil and oregano adds a fragrant touch, while a sprinkle of capers introduces a hint of brininess that elevates the overall flavor profile. This pizza is versatile enough to serve as an antipasti, starter, or even a snack, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or a cozy night in.

What sets this recipe apart is the homemade dough, which is surprisingly easy to make and can be prepared in advance. Allowing the dough to rise and chill in the refrigerator enhances its texture, resulting in a crust that is both crispy and chewy. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself, this Skinny Fresh Mozzarella and Tomato Pizza is sure to impress. Gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a delicious masterpiece that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 2.3 teaspoons yeast dry
  • 0.5 cup water (105°F to 115°F)
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • oz mozzarella fresh drained well
  •  plum tomatoes thinly sliced (Roma)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • serving pepper freshly ground to taste
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh thin
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • tablespoon capers 
  • tablespoon olive oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • pizza pan

Directions

  1. In large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in half of the flour, the salt, sugar and 1 teaspoon oil. Stir in enough of the remaining flour to make dough easy to handle.
  2. Place dough on lightly floured surface. Knead about 10 minutes or until smooth and springy. Grease large bowl with shortening.
  3. Place dough in bowl, turning dough to grease all sides. Cover, let rise in warm place 20 minutes. Gently push fist into dough to deflate. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 48 hours. (If dough should double in size during refrigeration, gently push fist into dough to deflate.
  4. Move oven rack to lowest position.
  5. Heat oven to 425°F. Grease cookie sheet or 12-inch pizza pan with oil.
  6. Sprinkle with cornmeal. Pat dough into 12-inch round on cookie sheet or pat in pizza pan using floured fingers. Press dough from center to edge so edge is slightly thicker than center.
  7. Cut cheese into 1/4-inch slices.
  8. Place cheese on dough to within 1/2 inch of edge. Arrange tomatoes on cheese.
  9. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, 2 tablespoons of the basil, the oregano and capers.
  10. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil.
  11. Bake about 20 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted.
  12. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories142kcal
Protein16.15%
Fat36.31%
Carbs47.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.64
Glycemic Load
11.21
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
6.5017391132272%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
1.33mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:142.19kcal
7.11%
Fat:5.75g
8.84%
Saturated Fat:2.23g
13.94%
Carbohydrates:16.93g
5.64%
Net Carbohydrates:15.67g
5.7%
Sugar:0.89g
0.99%
Cholesterol:11.2mg
3.73%
Sodium:337.17mg
14.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.75g
11.51%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.41%
Folate:61.76µg
15.44%
Selenium:9.15µg
13.06%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.58%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.03%
Vitamin K:10.23µg
9.74%
Calcium:88.69mg
8.87%
Vitamin B3:1.65mg
8.27%
Phosphorus:82.03mg
8.2%
Iron:1.32mg
7.31%
Vitamin A:276.58IU
5.53%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.4%
Fiber:1.26g
5.05%
Zinc:0.67mg
4.5%
Vitamin E:0.58mg
3.84%
Magnesium:11.98mg
3%
Vitamin C:2.32mg
2.81%
Copper:0.06mg
2.8%
Potassium:87.49mg
2.5%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.45%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.37%