Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza

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Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza Ingredients:

• Turkey breast, thinly sliced: 8 oz (227g)
• Chicken sausage (make sure it’s pork-free): 4 links (approximately 12 oz or 340g)
• Whole wheat pizza dough: 1 lb (450g)
• Tomato sauce (low sodium): 1 cup (240ml)
• Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced: 8 oz (227g)
• Red bell pepper, thinly sliced: 1 whole
• Fresh basil leaves: 10-12
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp (30ml)
• Garlic cloves, minced: 3
• Red pepper flakes (optional): 1 tsp (5g)
• Salt: to taste
• Black pepper: to taste

Time to Prepare and Cook:
Approximately 45 minutes.

Serves:
2 hungry pizza lovers.

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

• Calories: 650 kcal
• Protein: 42g
• Carbohydrates: 58g
• Dietary Fiber: 10g
• Sugars: 8g
• Fat: 28g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Sodium: 950mg
• Potassium: 600mg

Instructions for Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza:

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. While the grill is heating, roll out your whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface.
   Make sure it’s about 1/4 inch thick.
3. Brush one side of the pizza dough lightly with 1 tbsp of olive oil.
4. Carefully place the oiled side of the dough directly onto the grill.
   Grill for about 2-3 minutes or until it’s slightly charred and has grill marks.
5. Remove from the grill and brush the uncooked side with another tablespoon of olive oil.
6. On the cooked side, spread the tomato sauce evenly.
7. Distribute the mozzarella cheese slices on top of the sauce.
8. Add the thinly sliced turkey and sliced chicken sausage.
9. Scatter the sliced red bell pepper and minced garlic over the toppings.
10. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if you’re going for that extra kick).
11. Carefully place the pizza back onto the grill, uncooked side down.
    Allow it to cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the bottom is crisp and golden.
12. Remove from the grill and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.
13. Slice, serve, and let the Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza party begin!

Pro Tips for the Perfect Pizza:

1. Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
2. If the pizza dough is store-bought, allow it to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before rolling.
3. Rotate your pizza halfway through grilling for an even cook.
4. If you don’t have a grill, this recipe can easily be adapted for an oven or a stovetop griddle.
5. Use a pizza stone for even cooking if you’re opting for an oven method.

Serving Suggestions:

• Pair this Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza with a fresh garden salad drizzled with olive oil and lemon.
• For an extra touch of freshness, sprinkle some arugula over the hot pizza just before serving.
• Serve with a tangy yogurt dip or a pesto sauce on the side for an extra layer of flavor.

GRILLED TURKEY AND SAUSAGE PIZZA

5 from 3 votes

Looking to elevate your pizza game? Introducing the Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza Bar – a mouthwatering blend of succulent turkey and sizzling sausage atop a crispy grilled crust. A heavenly culinary experience that’s perfect for health enthusiasts who want that smoky flavor without compromising on nutritional value. Dive in!

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Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 2 people

Calories: 650

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• Turkey breast thinly sliced: 8 oz (227g)
• Chicken sausage make sure it’s pork-free: 4 links (approximately 12 oz or 340g)
• Whole wheat pizza dough: 1 lb 450g
• Tomato sauce low sodium: 1 cup (240ml)
• Fresh mozzarella cheese sliced: 8 oz (227g)
• Red bell pepper thinly sliced: 1 whole
• Fresh basil leaves: 10-12
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp 30ml
• Garlic cloves minced: 3
• Red pepper flakes optional: 1 tsp (5g)
• Salt: to taste
• Black pepper: to taste

Method

 

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. While the grill is heating, roll out your whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface.
3. Make sure it’s about 1/4 inch thick.
4. Brush one side of the pizza dough lightly with 1 tbsp of olive oil.
5. Carefully place the oiled side of the dough directly onto the grill.
6. Grill for about 2-3 minutes or until it’s slightly charred and has grill marks.
7. Remove from the grill and brush the uncooked side with another tablespoon of olive oil.
8. On the cooked side, spread the tomato sauce evenly.
9. Distribute the mozzarella cheese slices on top of the sauce.
10. Add the thinly sliced turkey and sliced chicken sausage.
11. Scatter the sliced red bell pepper and minced garlic over the toppings.
12. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if you’re going for that extra kick).
13. Carefully place the pizza back onto the grill, uncooked side down.
14. Allow it to cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese melts and the bottom is crisp and golden.
15. Remove from the grill and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top.
16. Slice, serve, and let the Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza party begin!

Notes

PRO TIPS FOR THE PERFECT PIZZA:

1. Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
2. If the pizza dough is store-bought, allow it to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before rolling.
3. Rotate your pizza halfway through grilling for an even cook.
4. If you don’t have a grill, this recipe can easily be adapted for an oven or a stovetop griddle.
5. Use a pizza stone for even cooking if you’re opting for an oven method.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• Pair this Grilled Turkey and Sausage Pizza with a fresh garden salad drizzled with olive oil and lemon.
• For an extra touch of freshness, sprinkle some arugula over the hot pizza just before serving.
• Serve with a tangy yogurt dip or a pesto sauce on the side for an extra layer of flavor.