Name: Garlic, Sausage & Kale Naan Pizzas
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper, or to taste; 12 ounces 93%-lean ground turkey; 1 teaspoon fennel seeds; 1 teaspoon paprika; 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 8 cups lightly packed prechopped kale or baby kale; 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar; 2 8-inch whole-grain naan breads (see Tips) or whole-wheat pitas; 0.75 cup mini mozzarella balls, such as mozzarella “pearls” (see Tips)

Garlic, Sausage & Kale Naan Pizzas

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We love sausage, but it can be high in sodium. In this fast, healthy dinner, we make our own turkey sausage with crushed red pepper, garlic, fennel seeds, paprika and just a touch of salt.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on August 16, 2019

Active Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Bone Health Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Healthy Pregnancy High Calcium High-Protein Low Added Sugars Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper, or to taste
12 ounces 93%-lean ground turkey
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
8 cups lightly packed prechopped kale or baby kale
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
2 8-inch whole-grain naan breads (see Tips) or whole-wheat pitas
¾ cup mini mozzarella balls, such as mozzarella “pearls” (see Tips)

Directions

Position rack in upper third of oven; preheat broiler to high.
Heat 2 tablespoons oil, garlic and crushed red pepper in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. As soon as the garlic starts to sizzle, add turkey, fennel seeds, paprika and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Cook, breaking up the turkey with a wooden spoon, until it is almost cooked, 2 to 3 minutes. Add kale, vinegar and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt; cook, stirring, until the kale is wilted and the turkey is no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove from heat.
Place naan (or pitas) on a large baking sheet and brush with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Top with equal portions of the turkey mixture and mozzarella.
Broil until the cheese is melted and the edges are starting to brown, 2 to 4 minutes. Cut in half.

Tips

Naan--Indian flatbread--makes a nice pizza crust when you're in a hurry. It's lower in sodium than our other favorite pizza-dough substitute, whole-wheat pita. Look for it in your supermarket bakery or deli.

Sometimes labeled “pearls” or bocconcini, mini fresh mozzarella balls are perfect for plopping on a pizza whole. If you can't find them, thinly slice regular fresh mozzarella.

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

498	Calories
28g	Fat
33g	Carbs
30g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1/2 pizza
Calories 498
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 33g	12%
Dietary Fiber 6g	20%
Total Sugars 4g
Added Sugars 2g	4%
Protein 30g	59%
Total Fat 28g	35%
Saturated Fat 8g	39%
Cholesterol 86mg	29%
Vitamin A 3726IU	75%
Vitamin C 39mg	44%
Folate 54mcg	14%
Sodium 718mg	31%
Calcium 339mg	26%
Iron 4mg	20%
Magnesium 43mg	10%
Potassium 396mg	8%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.