This nutrient-dense green pizza is one of my favorite hormone-friendly meals. It’s fiber-rich, full of anti-inflammatory veggies, and easy to customize based on what you have on hand. Whether you’re looking to support your liver, balance hormones, or simply eat more veggies in a delicious way — this recipe checks all the boxes.
You can keep it vegetarian or add some roasted chicken or your favorite protein to increase satiety and help balance blood sugar.
Ingredients:
- 1 cauliflower crust or gluten-free pizza crust
- 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced into ribbons or coins
- ½ cup small broccoli florets, lightly steamed
- ½ cup shredded or thinly sliced Brussels sprouts
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional or sub a dairy-free feta)
- Olive oil, for cooking vegetables
- ¼–⅓ cup pesto – Use this homemade dairy-free pesto or store-bought
Optional:
- Add ½ cup cooked, shredded roasted chicken or white beans for extra protein
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to the temperature listed for your crust (typically 400°F).
- Saute vegetables until done with some olive oil
- Spread pesto evenly on your crust.
- Layer with spinach, then top with zucchini, broccoli, and Brussels.
- Sprinkle with walnuts and feta (if using).
- Add chicken or beans if using.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until heated through and golden around the edges.
- Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon if desired.
💚 Nutrition Highlights:
- Cruciferous veggies (broccoli, Brussels, cauliflower) provide sulforaphane to support estrogen metabolism and liver detox pathways.
- Spinach + zucchini add fiber, magnesium, and antioxidants.
- Walnuts contribute omega-3s, brain support, and anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Feta (or dairy-free version) offers calcium and flavor without overloading dairy.
- Optional chicken or beans adds lean protein to stabilize blood sugar and boost metabolism.
Nutritional Snapshot (Per Serving, Pizza Only):
Estimates based on 2 slices from a 10–12” pizza with feta and pesto, no added chicken
- Calories: ~350
- Protein: ~10–15g (higher if adding chicken or beans)
- Fiber: ~7g
- Fat: ~25g
- Net Carbs: ~15g
This meal is high in fiber, healthy fats, and phytonutrients while keeping carbs moderate — perfect for blood sugar and hormone support.
