A fun version of pizza on English muffins, with cream cheese, fresh veggies, and tangy parmesan. A great meal to make with the whole family!
Fresh Veggie Pizza
Ingredients
¼ cup (2 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup low-fat plain yogurt
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon basil or cumin
¼ teaspoon oregano
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 whole-wheat English muffins
1 ½ cups finely chopped or grated vegetables (try a combination of broccoli, cauliflower, carrot, green pepper and bell pepper)
2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- In a small bowl, stir cream cheese until smooth. Stir in yogurt and seasonings. Refrigerate while preparing muffins and vegetables.
- Toast English muffin halves. Spread 1 Tablespoon sauce on each muffin half.
- Place about 3 Tablespoons vegetables on each muffin half. Shake or sprinkle about ½ teaspoon cheese over each muffin half, if desired.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- Sprinkle microgreens on the top for added nutrition, flavor and texture!
- Try this sauce on sandwiches or tacos and for dipping raw veggies.
You might also like...
Carrot Ginger Salad
Carrot Ginger Salad
This flavorful, sweet and savory side dish is great for make-ahead meals!
Prepare:
20 minutes
Makes:
2 cups
Apple Cinnamon Flavored Water
Apple Cinnamon Flavored Water
A unique and flavorful spin on flavored water!
Prepare:
5 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
No-Yeast Pizza Crust
No-Yeast Pizza Crust
A quick and easy way to make homemade pizza without yeast. Great idea for your next family dinner!
Prepare:
15 minutes
Cook:
20 minutes
Makes:
1 12-inch crust
Fruit Smoothie 2 (with milk)
Fruit Smoothie 2 (with milk)
A delicious homemade fruit-flavored shake for breakfast, snack, or on the go!
Prepare:
5 minutes
Makes:
6 cups
Microwave Fresh Vegetables
Microwave Fresh Vegetables
Steam-cooking fresh vegetables in the microwave is an easy way to make a healthy side dish for lunch or dinner in just minutes. The short cooking time preserves nutrients, color and flavor.
Prepare:
5 minutes
Cook:
5 minutes
Makes:
2 cups
Cilantro Lime Tuna Wrap
Cilantro Lime Tuna Wrap
A light and flavorful meal using canned tuna, fresh veggies and a tangy mayo dressing.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
5 Wraps
Comments
These were a hit for lunch at our women's shelter. They are colorful and easy to eat.