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brussels sprouts & butternut squash pizza with goat cheese

by Jackie Newgent  |  October 13, 2017  |  1 Comment

Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Pizza with Goat Cheese

I’m a New Yorker! Well, at least I’ve been one for the past 20 years! And I couldn’t be a “real” New Yorker if I didn’t appreciate pizza. So, appreciate pizza I do. This autumn-inspired, Meatless Monday-friendly version is no exception!

Not only are these scrumptious slices loaded with seasonal farmers’ market goodies, they’re full of good-for-your gut benefits. (As luck would have it, “good gut health” is this month’s Recipe Redux theme, too!) This recipe is rich in prebiotics—which feed friendly bacteria in the gut. Since gut health is connected to immunity, enjoying this pizza wouldn’t be the worst way to try to fend off a cold or flu this season!

Once you bake up this pizza, make it complete by pairing your slice with a protein-packed pick, like a bean salad side or hummus appetizer. Or simply indulge on two slices! Then slowly savor every bite!

Hint: October is #nationalpizzamonth!   

brussels sprouts & butternut squash pizza with goat cheese

Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Pizza with Goat Cheese

Makes 8 slices

Serving size: 1 slice

 

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 2 cups diced butternut squash (10 ounces)
  • 3/4 teaspoon sea salt (divided)
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/4 cups thinly sliced crimini or wild mushrooms (3 1/2 ounces)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/4 cups thinly sliced brussels sprouts (5 ounces)
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried hot pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons whole-wheat pastry flour
  • 1 pound frozen whole-wheat or multigrain pizza dough, thawed
  • 1 (3-ounce) log organic soft goat cheese (or vegan nut-based soft cheese), cut into 7 rounds
  • Fresh basil or rosemary (for garnish)

 

DIRECTIONS

  1. Place a stick-resistant large baking sheet, pizza pan or pizza stone in 500°F oven to preheat.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large cast iron or other stick-resistant skillet over medium. Add the butternut squash and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and cook while stirring occasionally for 8 minutes. Add the garlic and cook while stirring occasionally until the squash is cooked through, softened, and lightly browned, about 8 minutes more. Transfer to a medium bowl and roughly smash with a potato masher; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, toss together the mushrooms, black pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil until combined. Add the brussels sprouts, onion, hot pepper flakes, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil and toss until combined; set aside.
  4. Lightly flour a clean kitchen surface. Shape dough with a rolling pin into a 14-inch round crust.
  5. Carefully transfer the prepared dough to the preheated baking sheet. (Hint: Gently roll up dough over a rolling pin, then unfold onto the baking sheet.) Quickly brush the rim of the crust with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Dollop the pizza dough with the mashed squash, then spread like it’s the “sauce” of the pizza, leaving about 3/4-inch rim. Top with the brussels sprouts mixture and goat cheese.
  6. Bake until the crust is crisp and richly browned, about 16 to 18 minutes.
  7. Drizzle with additional extra-virgin olive oil, if desire extra richness. Sprinkle with additional hot pepper flakes, if desire extra heat.
  8. Slice into 8 pieces, garnish with fresh basil or rosemary, and serve.

 

Per serving: 250 calories, 9g total fat, 2.5g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 5mg cholesterol, 520mg sodium, 35g total carbohydrate, 3g dietary fiber, 6g total sugars includes 0g added sugars, 9g protein

 

 

The “Before” Version

inspired by caramelized onion and goat cheese pizza

 

Per serving: 285 calories, 9g total fat, 4g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 7mg cholesterol, 38g total carbohydrate, 1g dietary fiber, 12g protein

 

 

Tasteover Tips

  • Boost appeal by going heavier on veggies—and opt for a colorful, seasonal variety
  • Think outside the (pizza) box on your veggie picks, such as using brussels sprouts during peak season
  • Try mashed veggies, like mashed caramelized butternut squash, instead of traditional pizza sauce to add an intriguing taste and color twist
  • Don’t feel you need to have cheesiness in every bite; consider adding cheese to pizza just as a highlight
  • Go for a whole grain crust for a nuttier tasting bite—and a punch of fiber
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