Healthy pizza recipe: Making delicious pizza at home without compromising your health

Pizza is a wonderful dish with universal appeal. But, unfortunately, the fast food versions have given Pizza a bad reputation for being unhealthy and pure junk as most people make it with maida or all-purpose flour, which makes the dish rich in calories, fat, and sodium content. However, Pizza made at home with mindful ingredients can be a wonderful meal full of protein, good fats and complex carbs! (Images courtesy: Canva)

To make a healthy pizza at home, first of all it is important that you make a healthy crust. For the same, it's important that you make a whole grain crust, which is high in fibre and can help regulate blood sugar levels. We spoke to Vidushi Sharma, who is a popular chef & owner at Mensho Tokyo, Delhi and she shared that if someone wants to make a healthy Pizza, the crust can be made with multigrain or quinoa dough, which makes it easier to digest and keeps you fuller for longer as well. Apart from making healthy crust, here are some amazing tips on how we can make healthy Pizza at home.

Cheese is a major source of calories and saturated fat in pizza. To make it healthier, choose a lighter cheese like part-skim mozzarella or goat cheese. These options have less fat and fewer calories than regular cheese.

Adding vegetables to your pizza can increase the fiber and nutrient content of your meal. Top your pizza with colorful vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, spinach, or broccoli.

Adding lean proteins like grilled chicken, shrimp, or turkey sausage can increase the protein content of your pizza while keeping the fat content low. Avoid high-fat meats like pepperoni or sausage.

Pizza sauce can be high in sodium, which can lead to high blood pressure and other health problems. Use a moderate amount of sauce or make your own using fresh tomatoes, herbs, and spices.

It's easy to overeat pizza, so practice portion control by cutting your pizza into smaller slices or sharing a pizza with a friend.

Making pizza at home allows you to control the ingredients and portion sizes. You can also experiment with different healthy toppings and crusts to find what works for you.

Vidushi also shared a healthy Pizza recipe that will satisfy all your cravings while keeping your health in check. She shared with us the recipe of Grilled Chicken and Veggie Pizza that combines the goodness of whole grains, lean protein, and veggies for a balanced and satisfying meal. Here's what you'll need…
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Ingredients
1 Whole-grain pizza dough
1/2 cup of tomato sauce
1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
1/2 cup of sliced bell peppers
1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup of sliced onions
1/2 cup of shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Method
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Roll out the pizza dough into a circle, then brush both sides with olive oil. Place the dough on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the crust is crispy. Remove the dough from the grill and spread tomato sauce on top. Add the sliced chicken, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, and cheese. Return the pizza to the grill and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

This healthy pizza recipe is easy to make, and you can customize them to suit your taste buds. By swapping out unhealthy ingredients for nutrient-dense alternatives, you can enjoy a guilt-free pizza night without compromising your health.