Easy Pita Pizza
Have a hankering for Pizza? Our recipe for super easy and flavorful Pita Pizza is just for you! A crispy whole wheat pita crust replaces traditional carb-heavy dough and makes the perfect healthy pizza option! We love the Joseph's brand of Whole Wheat Pitas.
We've kept our toppings simple with fresh ripe tomatoes, cheese, and torn spinach leaves, but you can certainly dress this one up with any combination of veggies you enjoy. This is such a fun dinner to do with the family. Everyone can pick their favorite toppings, build their own pizza, and enjoy it all together! We do caution that too many toppings could weigh down your pita crust; so just be careful with heavier, water-dense topings (and perhaps even use a paper towel to remove excess water before putting on your pizza).
MRC Clients, the last thing you'll need to make this recipe a complete meal is another 1/2 serving of vegetables. We think a small side salad makes the perfect accompaniment with this one!
Ingredients
- 2-3 oz* cheese, shredded
- 1 TBSP Olive Oil with Italian Seasonings
- 1 - 60 calorie pita, split open
- 3 oz. tomatoes, sliced
- 1 oz. fresh spinach, shredded
*MRC Clients: refer to your menu for exact protein portion size
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small dish, combine olive oil and Italian seasoning and allow to marinate while oven preheats and you prep remaining ingredients, at least 5-10 minutes.
- Carefully split your pita in half. Note: go slow to avoid the pita breaking. Grate or shred your cheese. Shred your spinach. Slice your tomatoes.
- Brush one side of each pita half with olive oil and bake for 3-5 minutes, until slightly browned.
- Remove from oven, flip over, and brush other halves with remaining olive oil. Top each half with diced tomatoes and shredded cheese. Season with garlic powder or other spices you enjoy (optional).
- Bake for another 3-5 minutes, until cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from oven, top with shredded spinach, and serve warm.
Makes 1 Serving | Serving Size: 2 pizzas | One Serving Replaces: 1 carbohydrate, 1 healthy fat, and 1/2 Vegetable
