Anti-Inflammatory Pepperoni Pizza Bites

The Anti-Inflammatory Pepperoni Pizza Bites have a delicious texture. We prepare these bite-sized pizza snacks with almond flour, mozzarella cheese, eggs, nitrate-free turkey pepperoni, no-sugar-added pizza sauce, spinach, bell peppers, Parmesan cheese, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, and turmeric. These little pizza bites have about 235 calories and just 5 g of net carbs. We make these bite-sized pizza snacks in just 33 minutes. The Anti-Inflammatory Pepperoni Pizza Bites are ideal for busy weekdays, meal prep, family snacks, party appetizers, or healthy low-carb lunches. You can serve these bite-sized pizza snacks with Greek Yogurt Garlic Dip, Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad, Garlic Roasted Broccoli, Creamy Tomato Basil Soup, or Avocado Herb Dip.

STATS:

• Course: Appetizer, Snack
• Cook Time: 18 minutes
• Calories: 235 Kcal
• Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: Italian
• Portion Size: 4 pizza bites
• Total Servings: 6
• Cooking Method: Oven
• Total Time: 33 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy

TOOLS:

• Bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mini muffin pan
• Spoon
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Oven

INGREDIENTS:

CRUST:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
• One tbsp. olive oil
• Baking powder, one tbsp.
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon basil
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

TOPPING:

• ½ cup pizza sauce
• ¾ cup mozzarella cheese
• 20 slices turkey pepperoni
• ¼ cup red bell pepper
• ¼ cup spinach
• 2 tablespoons red onion
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon basil

INGREDIENT NOTES & THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

ALMOND FLOUR:

• We use the almond flour to make a soft, low-carb crust. As another choice, you could use sunflower seed flour.

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

• Use the mozzarella cheese to create a cheesy, stretchy texture. As a substitute, you can use provolone or Monterey Jack cheese.

TURKEY PEPPERONI:

• We utilize turkey pepperoni because it is leaner than regular pepperoni. You can substitute it with chicken pepperoni or cooked chicken.

PIZZA SAUCE:

• Use a no-sugar-added pizza sauce for a healthier option. As a replacement, you can use homemade tomato sauce or pesto.

TURMERIC:

• We use turmeric to add anti-inflammatory benefits and warm flavor. As a further choice, utilize ground ginger.

OLIVE OIL:

• Use extra virgin olive oil to provide healthy fats and moisture. We could utilize avocado oil as a different option.

SPINACH:

• We utilize spinach to add vitamins and nutrients. As another option, you might utilize kale or zucchini.

BELL PEPPER:

• Use bell pepper to add crunch and natural sweetness. As a further option, utilize mushrooms or olives.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Warm the oven to 190°Celcius and coat a mini muffin pan.
2. Whisk the black pepper, almond flour, turmeric, baking powder, basil, garlic powder, oregano, and onion powder in a dish.
3. Include the olive oil, mozzarella cheese, eggs, and Parmesan cheese.
4. Perfectly whisk to prepare a thick dough.
5. Equally distribute the dough into the muffin cups.
6. Prepare a small space in center of each cup and spread pizza sauce in all the indentations.
7. Add the mozzarella cheese to the sauce.
8. Garnish with onion, turkey pepperoni, spinach, and bell pepper.
9. We sprinkle the Italian seasoning and then bake for almost sixteen minutes.
10. Serve these bites hot with fresh basil.

TIPS:

• We utilize freshly shredded mozzarella for a perfect melty texture.
• Cool the pizza bites for some time and then remove them.
• Include red pepper flakes for additional spice if required.
• We finely chop the veggies for uniform cooking.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

HEALTHY DIPS:

• Greek Yogurt Garlic Dip
• Avocado Herb Dip
• Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
• Tzatziki Sauce
• Basil Pesto Yogurt Dip

VEGETABLE SIDE DISHES:

• Garlic Roasted Broccoli
• Lemon Roasted Asparagus
• Parmesan Zucchini Fries
• Herb-Roasted Cauliflower
• Sautéed Green Beans

SOUPS:

• Mediterranean Lentil Soup
• Roasted Red Pepper Soup
• Chicken Vegetable Soup
• Spinach Minestrone Soup

REFRESHING BEVERAGES:

• Lemon Cucumber Infused Water
• Fresh Mint Iced Green Tea
• Sparkling Lemon Water
• Unsweetened Hibiscus Tea
• Ginger Turmeric Herbal Tea

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put these bites in a closed box and stock them for nearly 2 to 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Store these bites for approx. 75 to 90 days.

FAQs:

Could we prepare these bites earlier?

• Yes, you can make these bites beforehand,  chill them till required.

May we prepare these bites vegetarian?

• Yes, you can use additional veggies, mushrooms, or olives as an alternative to pepperoni.

Will we use air-frying to prepare these bites?

• Indeed, you can air-fry these bites at 350°F for nearly eight minutes.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 235 Kcal

Sodium: 520 mg

Total Carbs: 8 g

Fat: 17 g

Net Carbs: 5 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 2 g

Protein: 16 g

Serving Size: 4 pizza bites