Ingredients:
For the Pizza Crust:
- 1 package (about 2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Taco Pizza Toppings:
- 1/2 pound lean ground turkey or chicken
- 1 packet taco seasoning (choose a reduced-sodium option)
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salsa and non-fat Greek yogurt or light sour cream for serving
Instructions:
For the Pizza Crust:
- Activate Yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Prepare Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture. Add the olive oil. Mix until the dough comes together.
- Knead and Rise:
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll Out Dough:
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired pizza crust thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or a baking sheet.
- Pre-Bake:
- Pre-bake the crust for about 5-7 minutes until it just starts to set.
For the Taco Pizza Toppings:
- Cook Ground Turkey:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground turkey until browned. Drain any excess fat. Add the taco seasoning and cook according to package instructions.
- Assemble Pizza:
- Spread the seasoned ground turkey over the pre-baked pizza crust. Sprinkle black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, and diced red onion evenly over the pizza.
- Bake:
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish:
- Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top.
- Serve:
- Slice the taco pizza and serve with salsa and non-fat Greek yogurt or light sour cream on the side.
