Whole Wheat English Muffin Pizzas
Jamie is a recipe developer, content creator, and registered dietitian with expertise in food allergies. She is passionate about food and behaviors that affect people's health and strives to encourage people to become more nutritionally-informed, utilize ingredients effectively and sustainably, and form a positive relationship with food. In her free time, she enjoys playing piano, hiking, and trying new foods!
- Lunch
Whole wheat English muffins baked with tomato sauce, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings — lunch in 15 minutes at 200 calories a pizza.
These whole wheat English muffin pizzas are the perfect lunch when you need a quick, satisfying meal. They come together in just 15 minutes and can be customized with your favorite toppings, just like a traditional pizza. Made with whole wheat English muffins, they’re a great way to add fiber to your meal, helping you feel fuller for longer while supporting steady energy levels. This simple recipe is an easy way to enjoy pizza with better portion control. The pizzas are topped with shredded cheese for added protein and a variety of vegetables for added vitamins and minerals. You can increase the protein content by adding protein sources such as chicken, pepperoni, plant-based meats, and more. The best part is that each pizza can be customized to dietary preferences.
Why This Works
This recipe contains a good balance of macro- and micronutrients, resulting in a balanced meal. It is easily customizable and the ingredients can be adjusted however you desire.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | 200 |
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| Protein | 10g |
| Carbs | 32g |
| Fat | 4g |
Ingredients
| Whole wheat English muffins, sliced in half | 3 |
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| Tomato sauce | 6 tbsp |
| Shredded cheese of choice | 6 tbsp |
| Minced garlic | 1 tsp |
| Button mushrooms, sliced | 2 |
| Cherry tomatoes, halved | 2 |
| Basil | To top |
Step-by-Step Instructions
1 Preheat
Preheat the oven to 400° Fahrenheit.
2 Sauce the muffins
Place the English muffin halves on a baking sheet and spread 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce on each muffin half with some minced garlic.
3 Add cheese
Add 1 tablespoon of shredded cheese on each muffin half.
4 Top
Add sliced mushrooms and tomatoes on the English muffins.
5 Bake
Bake the English muffin pizzas at 400° Fahrenheit for 10 minutes.
6 Finish
Remove the pizzas from the oven and top with basil.
Notes & Tips
- The unbaked pizzas can be frozen for up to one month which is a good way to make-ahead and meal-prep the pizzas.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese.
- The baked pizzas can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Jamie is a recipe developer, content creator, and registered dietitian with expertise in food allergies. She is passionate about food and behaviors that affect people's health and strives to encourage people to become more nutritionally-informed, utilize ingredients effectively and sustainably, and form a positive relationship with food. In her free time, she enjoys playing piano, hiking, and trying new foods!
