Turkey Burger Crust Pizza

This delicious Lean & Green meal features a turkey burger crust filled with cheesy goodness and topped with marinara, mozzarella, and mushrooms. Perfectly balanced and satisfying!

Ingredients

Lean Protein:

• 6 oz ground turkey (93% lean)
• 1 large egg (50 g, beaten)
• 1 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese (for crust)
• 1.5 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese (for topping)

Greens:

• 1.5 cups raw mushrooms (1.5 servings of Greens)
• 0.5 cup raw shredded spinach (0.5 servings of Greens)
• 60g shredded raw jicama (1 serving of Greens)

Condiments:

• 1/4 cup low-sodium marinara sauce
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp oregano

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, beaten egg, 1 oz of shredded mozzarella, and your preferred seasonings. Mix well until evenly combined.
3. On a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza pan, shape the mixture into a round crust about 1/4-inch thick.
4. Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes, or until it is cooked through and slightly golden.
5. Remove the crust from the oven and spread the marinara sauce evenly over the top.
6. Sprinkle the 1.5 oz of mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add the mushrooms and spinach as your toppings.
7. Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Breakdown