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    Home » Lunches

    Kale Pizza with Mushrooms and Tomatoes (53 cents/slice)

    Published: May 11, 2020 · Modified: Aug 17, 2021 by Jessica Fisher

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    The idea of Kale Pizza may surprise you, but in a good way. This kale pizza is loaded with leafy greens, mushrooms, two kinds of tomatoes, onions, and cheese. What a great way to get your vegetables!

    hand pulling slice of kale pizza off pan this …

    Are you ready to do something wild and crazy? Something that might shock friends and neighbors? Something that feels so wrong, but tastes so right?

    Then it’s time.

    Time to bust out of that pepperoni rut and put kale on your pizza.

    Kale on pizza? What in the world!

    I know it may seem unconventional. Odd. Uber-healthy.

    But, it’s so delicious. Not at all like broccoli on pizza.

    Kale Pizza with Mushrooms and Tomatoes

    This veggie pizza with kale, mushrooms and tomatoes would be one of those different kinds of pizza that I love. Maybe like my Chicken Pesto Pizza with Fresh Avocado. Different pizzas are the best. But today we are keeping it all veggies all the way.

    t’s easy to make, delicious to eat, and absolutely good for you. It’s kale, for Heaven’s sake!

    Certainly that must notch up the nutrition of pizza. I love to make this pizza on my homemade sourdough pizza crust and then my husband grills the pizza. It’s a highlight of the week!

    mushroom kale pizza on pan on red striped cloth

    Do you need to cook kale before you put it on pizza?

    Kale doesn’t need to be cooked before putting on a pizza. It will cook in the oven atop the pizza.

    What can you serve with kale pizza?

    Kale pizza is a great main dish that includes plenty of veg, but if you’d like, you can serve it alongside a salad or veggie dippers.

    Can I use spinach instead of kale?

    If you’ve got baby spinach on hand, you can use that instead of kale. Both taste delicious.

    How do you make kale pizza?

    Kale pizza is super easy to make! 

    1. Slice up all the ingredients.
    2. Prepare the pizza dough and place it on a pizza screen or pizza pan.
    3. Brush the dough with olive oil.
    4. Sprinkle it generously with Jamie’s Spice Mix.
    5. Spread the kale in an even layer on the dough.
    6. Spread the mushrooms over the kale.
    7. Sprinkle the fresh tomatoes over the pizza, leaving space in between the mushrooms.
    8. Layer the onion slices over the pizza, leaving space between the other vegetables.
    9. Fill in the gaps with the sun-dried tomatoes.
    10. Sprinkle shredded cheese over all.
    11. Bake or grill the pizza until the crust is crisp and the cheese is melted.

    step by step photos of making kale pizza

    Is it cheaper to make my own pizza?

    You might assume that homemade is cheaper, but let’s crunch the numbers to see if it’s true.

    • pizza dough – $0.75
    • olive oil – $0.20 ($6.49/16 oz)
    • spices – $0.10
    • kale – $0.32 ($2.50/16 oz)
    • mushrooms – $0.25 ($1.99/8 oz)
    • tomato – $0.30
    • sun-dried tomatoes $0.40 ($3.99/8.5 oz)
    • mozzarella cheese – $0.94 ($1.88/8 oz)

    Total cost of a homemade kale pizza made with good quality ingredients works out to be 3.26 or 41 cents a slice!

    Compare that with these prices:

    • frozen, personal-size kale pizza – $2.89
    • large Domino’s specialty pizza – $17.99 or $2.24/slice

    You can bet that homemade is the better deal!

    HOW TO MAKE THIS EVEN MORE ECONOMICAL

    Here are some of the strategies you can use to make this recipe more economical:

    • Shop the cheapest store for your area. There’s a big difference between Whole Foods and ALDI, in what they provide as well as what they cost. Choose the store with the best pricing on the foods you normally buy.
    • Shop the sales. Wherever possible, stock up on olive oil, onions, tomatoes, and spices when you see a great sale. 
    • Buy in bulk. Large containers often cost a lot less per ounce than smaller ones. If the math pencils out, go big and store the extra in the freezer.

    kale pizza on red cloth

    Do you need special equipment to make good pizza?

    I’ve been making homemade pizza on the weekly for over 20 years. In that time, I’ve tried a lot of different recipes as well as different tools and techniques. These are the ones that I’ve found to be the most helpful:

    • a bread machine or Kitchenaid mixer to make the dough
    • a bench knife to cut the dough into portions
    • a large cutting board to roll dough out on
    • pizza screens for easier and more effective baking
    • pizza cutter to cut it easily after baking

    Don’t I need a pizza stone?

    In my experience, a pizza stone is difficult to use and time-consuming for baking several pizzas for one meal. That said, if you’re just baking one pizza, it can be very useful to getting a nice texture on your crust. Consider these strategies:

    1. Preheat the stone sufficiently. Up to 20 minutes before baking your pizza.
    2. Assemble your pizza on parchment for easy transfer from the counter to the hot stone.
    3. Allow the stone to cool completely before wiping it off. Dramatic temperature changes can cause the stone to crack and break.

    view of half pizza on pan on red cloth

    If you prepare this recipe, be sure to share a picture on social media and hashtag it #GOODCHEAPEATS. I can't wait to see what you cook up!
    mushroom kale pizza on pan on red striped cloth
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    Mushroom and Kale Pizza

    The idea of Kale Pizza may surprise you, but in a good way. This kale pizza is loaded with leafy greens, mushrooms, two kinds of tomatoes, onions, and cheese. What a great way to get your vegetables!
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time7 minutes mins
    Total Time17 minutes mins
    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Servings: 8 slices
    Calories: 76kcal
    Author: Jessica Fisher
    Cost: $3
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    Ingredients

    • ⅓ batch Pizza Dough or other 12-inch pizza round
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon Jamie's Spice Mix
    • 1 cup kale (chopped)
    • ½ cup mushrooms (sliced)
    • 1 roma tomato seeded and chopped
    • ¼ onion sliced
    • 2 tablespoon sundried tomatoes packed in oil (julienned)
    • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 475°F. Prepare the pizza screen by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare a baking pan by lining with parchment paper or greasing the pan and sprinkling it with cornmeal.
    • Stretch the prepared pizza dough into a generous personal sized pizza. Watch this video if you need help. Lay the dough onto the prepared pan.
      ⅓ batch Pizza Dough
    • Brush the crust with olive oil and sprinkle with spice mix.
      1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon Jamie's Spice Mix
    • Sprinkle kale over the entire pizza. Add mushrooms, both kinds of tomatoes, and onion. Top with cheese.
      1 cup kale (chopped), ½ cup mushrooms (sliced), 1 roma tomato, ¼ onion, 2 tablespoon sundried tomatoes packed in oil (julienned), 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
    • Bake for 9 to 10 minutes or until crust is crisp and cheese is bubbly.

    Notes

    Promptly store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days.
    Nutritional values are approximate and based on ⅛ pizza.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 76kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 105mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1880IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 1mg
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    A pizza covered in toppings

    This post was originally published on April 25, 2013. It has been updated for content and clarity.

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    1. Julie

      August 26, 2013 at 2:20 pm

      I know this is kind of a dumb question, but I’m a terrible cook and need very specific instructions. Do you sautee the kale & mushrooms first, or put them on raw? Do they get cooked enough? Thanks in advance!

      Reply
      • Jessica Fisher

        August 26, 2013 at 8:14 pm

        Just put them on raw. They will cook just fine in the oven. In France they even crack an egg on top and it cooks in the oven.

        Reply
    2. Colleen

      June 28, 2013 at 10:26 am

      OMG this was SO good! We made it last night. And because that one pizza was so good…we made 2 others!!! I did have a little trouble with the crust being had to work with. I think I’ll leave it to get to room temp. Make it a little easier to work with.
      THANK YOU for this recipe!!!
      PS I am going to use that seasoning mix on EVERYTHING!

      Reply
      • Jessica

        June 28, 2013 at 10:59 am

        Yay! I love to hear success stories.

        Reply
    3. Joshua Hampton (Cooking Classes San Diego)

      April 29, 2013 at 5:37 am

      I love homemade pizzas. This pizza looks beautiful. I can’t wait to try this at home.

      Reply
    4. Lori H

      April 26, 2013 at 7:20 am

      I can’t wait to try this! One of my favorite Whole Foods pizza is the one with kale & sausage – soooo good!

      Reply

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