Wholemeal Pizza: A Healthy Twist on a Classic Favorite

Wholemeal pizza offers a nutritious alternative to traditional pizza without compromising on flavor. With a soft, airy dough and crispy edges, it’s the perfect base for your favorite toppings. This simple and versatile recipe can be customized to suit your taste and dietary preferences.


Ingredients

For the dough:

  • 500 g wholemeal wheat flour (Grandma’s Choice)
  • 50 ml olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 350 ml lukewarm water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 15 g fresh yeast

For the toppings:

  • Tomato sauce
  • Cheese
  • Ham, basil, and other toppings of your choice

Procedure

1. Prepare the dough:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Crumble the yeast over the dry ingredients, then pour in the lukewarm water and olive oil. Knead the mixture until it forms a smooth, elastic dough.

2. Let it rise:
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

3. Shape the dough:
Once risen, divide the dough into 2–3 portions. Roll each portion into a thin sheet, depending on the desired thickness of your pizza crust.

4. Prepare for baking:
Transfer the dough sheets onto baking trays lined with parchment paper. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over each sheet, leaving the edges free. Add your chosen toppings, such as cheese, ham, vegetables, or herbs.

5. Bake:
Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F). Bake the pizzas for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.


Final Tip

For extra elasticity, add a tablespoon of yogurt to the dough mixture. To achieve perfectly crispy edges, brush the crust with olive oil just before baking. Garnish your pizza with fresh herbs like basil or oregano for a fragrant, restaurant-style finish.

Enjoy your homemade wholemeal pizza! 🍕