A recipe for Low-Point Garlic Bread Pizza. It is a lighter twist on a classic pizza made with whole-grain bread, garlic, cheese, and your favorite toppings.
Here is a list of ingredients for this recipe:
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- Pizza toppings
- Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Here are the steps to follow for making this recipe:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic and olive oil.
- Spread the garlic-infused olive oil evenly over each slice of bread.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over each slice of bread, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara sauce on each slice of bread.
- Add your favorite pizza toppings.
- Season the pizzas with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
- Remove the garlic bread pizzas from the oven and let them cool slightly before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired, before serving.
Tips for reducing points:
- Use a marinara sauce with 0 SmartPoints per serving.
- Choose lean protein toppings like grilled chicken or turkey pepperoni.
- Load up on vegetables like peppers, onions, and mushrooms which are ZeroPoint foods.
- Use less cheese by opting for a partial-shred or pre-measured option for easier portion control.
By following these tips, you can keep the SmartPoints value of your Low-Point Garlic Bread Pizza on the lower end of the estimated range.