17 Healthy Pizza Recipes for the Perfect Balance of Nutrition and Flavor

Mushroom Pizza

What’s great about this mushroom pizza is you don’t need to worry about finding the right toppings. Whatever mushrooms are in season or at your market will work beautifully. I like to get as many different ones as possible. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Make your next pizza night a little healthier with this recipe. The herbs and cheese add a ton of flavor to the pizza crust! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Loaded Mexican Pizza

My husband is a picky eater, but this healthful Mexican-style pizza has such amazing flavor that he actually looks forward to it. Leftovers taste even better the next day. —Mary Barker, Knoxville, Tennessee

Spicy Chicken Pumpkin Pizza

Think pizza and pumpkin can’t go together? This chicken pumpkin pizza will change your mind. The sweetness of the pumpkin paired with the spice of the chipotle peppers makes for a delicious, balanced sauce. I love that this recipe incorporates healthy ingredients in a fun, family-friendly way. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Pesto Vegetable Pizza

My family loves pizza night, but we have rarely ordered takeout since I created this fresh and flavorful version. It is a fast and scrumptious meal that is always a winner in my house. —Kate Selner of Lino Lakes, Minnesota

Mexican Chicken Fajita Pizza

This Mexican chicken pizza has always been a hit with my kids and it’s such a great way to sneak in extra vegetables. —Carrie Shaub, Mount Joy, Pennsylvania

Mini Mediterranean Pizza

I was on a mini pizza kick and had already served up Mexican and Italian variations, so I opted for a Mediterranean version and came up with these. —Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia

Zucchini Crust Pizza

My mother-in-law shared the recipe for this unique pizza with me. It’s just right for brunch, lunch or a light supper. Loosen the nutritious zucchini crust from the pan with a metal spatula. —Ruth Denomme, Englehart, Ontario

Whole Wheat Veggie Pizza

A wonderful crust layered with herbed tomato sauce and toppings encourages my family of six to dig right in to this low-fat main course. —Denise Warner, Red Lodge, Montana

Grilled Garden Veggie Pizza

Pile on the veggies—the crisp, grilled crust can take it! This colorful, healthy pizza looks as fresh as it tastes. —Diane Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas

Tandoori Spiced Chicken Pita Pizza with Greek Yogurt and Cilantro

My family and I are big picnickers, and I’m always looking for new dishes to try in the great outdoors. The amazing flavors at our favorite Indian restaurant inspired these mini pizzas. —Angela Spengler, Tampa, Florida

California Club Pizza

You can use your favorite store-bought pizza dough or make your own for this West Coast-inspired pie topped with tomato, avocado and sprouts. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Mushroom Broccoli Pizza

I wouldn’t say I’m a vegetarian, but I do like meatless entrees. Since I enjoy gardening, I often cook with homegrown veggies, finding creative ways to use them up, like in this fresh, filling pizza. —Kathleen Kelley, Roseburg, Oregon

Sausage-Topped White Pizza

I love cooking, and I learned from Nana and Mom. Pizza is easily one of my favorite dishes to prepare. I switched up this recipe to make it my own. —Tracy Brown, River Edge, New Jersey

Arugula & Mushroom Breakfast Pizza

It’s a challenge to be creative with breakfast every morning, and I like to come up with fun foods the kids will love. This is a great recipe for the kids to join in and help make for breakfast. You can also make and freeze it before you add the eggs, then finish baking another day. —Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia

Grilled Eggplant Pita Pizzas

We grow eggplants and love to use them for our special pizza. Grilling adds robust flavor to the crust, veggies and garlic. Waiting for the eggplants to grow is the hardest part! —Judy Barrett, Chelsea, Alabama

Grilled Tomato Pizzas

My husband and I make grilled pizza with a tangy balsamic glaze, and it tastes as if we used a wood-burning oven. —Michele Tungett, Rochester, Illinois

Healthy Pizza Recipes FAQ

Can homemade pizza be healthy?

Homemade pizza can absolutely be healthy! By using fresh ingredients like mozzarella or homemade pesto, low-sugar sauce, various vegetables and lean proteins, homemade pizza can be a great way to eat more of the nutrients your body needs. This includes protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. If you want a lower-carb pizza, choose a thin crust or make a cauliflower crust at home!

What can I put on my pizza to make it healthy?

For a healthy pizza, try topping it with fresh ingredients including vegetables, different types of herbs and a sprinkle of fresh mozzarella cheese.

The more vegetables you top your pizza with, the more fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants it will include. Use a recipe for one of our veggie pizzas or create your own by topping your pizza with any combination of onions, mushrooms, peppers, tomatoes, eggplant, broccoli or cauliflower.

How much pizza is one serving?

The size of one serving of pizza depends on the type of pizza and can vary greatly from one brand or recipe to another. If you’re unsure what a serving is, use the size of your hand as a general guide!