MINI SPINACH AND CHEESE PIZZAS

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Bocconcini are bite-size morsels of fresh mozzarella. They are usually packed in water or whey for freshness. For lower-fat content, choose part-skim ricotta, it has comparable creaminess to the whole-fat but has fewer calories and less fat!! Also, use whole-wheat pitas -- which are fiber-rich and just as tasty.

Provided by Manami

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 21m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 mini whole wheat pita bread, split (3 inches each)
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, pushed through a garlic press
crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (use paper towels to help drain & dry)
1/2 pint bocconcini, halved (about 20 balls)

Steps:

  • Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat.
  • Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil; arrange pita halves on sheet, cut side up.
  • In a small bowl, combine ricotta, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  • Dividing evenly, spread ricotta mixture on pitas, and top with spinach and bocconcini.
  • Season with salt and pepper
  • Broil until cheese is melted and starts to brown, 4 to 6 minutes, rotating sheet from front to back halfway through baking.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 9.5, Sodium 240.1, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1, Protein 9.1

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