I’ve said it many times: I think pizza has an undeserved bad reputation.
Why?
Because when you’re careful with the ingredients you select for homemade (or even store-bought & delivered) pizza, it can actually be a nutritious main dish.
Usually, one of my recommendations for making healthy pizza has been to skip the traditional pizza meat, which is often overly processed and full of additives & preservatives…not to mention from animals who’ve been raised in inhumane and unsustainable ways.
But I’m happy to announce that Applegate is now making mini pork & turkey pepperoni, which means you can now enjoy a traditional pizza topping without all the gross stuff. Applegate’s mini pepperoni are:
- From humanely raised turkey and pork, given a 100% vegetarian diet
- Lower in fat, sodium and sugar than conventional pepperoni
- Free of nitrates & nitrites, all preservatives, antibiotics, hormones, gluten, casein
They’re also delicious!
{KEEP READING TO SEE HOW YOU CAN WIN A PIZZA KIT FROM APPLEGATE!}
Over the weekend we had a little build-your-own-pizza party (just the 3 of us + my dad).
We used whole wheat dough, mozzarella & provolone cheeses, both the turkey and pork pepperoni, and of course lots of veggie toppings…and loved it all!
Want to have a pizza-making night of your own, courtesy of Applegate?!
GIVEAWAY ENDED
Here’s how to win
Leave a comment below with your favorite pizza toppings and be entered to win this pizza kit, which would be delivered right to your door!
Giveaway winner will be randomly selected on Wednesday night February 26, 2014. Good luck!
55 Comments
Dawn Thomas
February 24, 2014 at 11:06 amFave pizza toppings at the moment… fig, caramelized onion, fresh goat cheese, balsamic topped with fresh cilantro. So good!
Holly G.
February 24, 2014 at 11:11 amPepperoni and mushrooms are my favorites!
Amelia Winslow
February 24, 2014 at 11:18 amWow. I’ve never thought of combining these ingredients with cilantro. Sounds wonderful!!
Tracy E
February 24, 2014 at 11:30 amWe love chicken with spinach, roma tomatoes, garlic, red onion, mozzarella, all on a pesto base. It’s amazing!
Becky P.
February 24, 2014 at 11:35 amI love plain cheese or combos that feature tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, onions, and extra crispy pepperoni. 🙂
Laura
February 24, 2014 at 11:40 amLove spinach, green peppers, and onions! Homemade pizza is one of my favorite, easy, go to meals!
Kaylin @ Enticing Healthy Eating
February 24, 2014 at 11:54 amMy favorite toppings are spinach, mushrooms, black olives, and possibly even some pepperoni
Cori
February 24, 2014 at 12:02 pmI love fresh mozzarella tomato and basil on my homemade pizzas.
Cyn
February 24, 2014 at 12:04 pmGreek salad topping…shredded lettuce, kalamata olives, thinly sliced red onions, goat cheese and splash of olive oil…yum!!!
Ashley
February 24, 2014 at 12:07 pmMy favorite pizza toppings vary, either black olives and pepperoni, pineapple and ham or fresh basil, mozzerella and tomatoes!!! Yours all look amazing!
Betsy
February 24, 2014 at 12:26 pmI”m not one to turn down any pizza, but my go to toppings are mushrooms, onions and olives.
Mary Jo Rosso
February 24, 2014 at 1:24 pmMushrooms, arugula, smoked salmon, ricotta cheese…
Caroline
February 24, 2014 at 2:14 pmPineapple is my absolute favorite!
Amanda P
February 24, 2014 at 2:30 pmI love tomatos, mozarella, and basil pizza!
itzia
February 24, 2014 at 3:05 pmi love pesto, mushrooms, and pepperoni.
Sarah
February 24, 2014 at 3:32 pmSausage is our family favorite
Emily S
February 24, 2014 at 3:54 pmI love mushrooms and peppers on my pizzas!
Amy
February 24, 2014 at 3:59 pmI love kale or chard on my pizza. I put it under the cheese and the little parts that sneak through get crispy!
shelley
February 24, 2014 at 4:39 pmI love a traditional fresh basil/tomato/mozzarella, but I love to add artichoke hearts and a mountain of fresh arugula!
Sarah
February 24, 2014 at 4:42 pmI love having mushrooms and bell peppers with goat cheese!
Kate N
February 24, 2014 at 5:09 pmFor me, it has got to be artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta! +Red pepper flakes and garlic, of course!
Debbie Jackson
February 24, 2014 at 6:08 pmWe love to put everything on 3 kinds of meat, onions, peppers, olives and tons of cheese.
Susan
February 24, 2014 at 6:13 pmI would have to say that I like the regular pizza – pepperoni and cheese. I really want to try some of your suggestions though and make it healthier. Thanks for the chance to win some fun things to make pizza!
Amy
February 24, 2014 at 6:31 pmMy favorite pizza is Hawaiian with pineapple and Canadian Bacon. Yum!
Shannon
February 24, 2014 at 7:54 pmI am a fan of pesto, feta cheese, mushrooms, onions, peppers…any veggies really!
Amelia Winslow
February 24, 2014 at 8:53 pmYou would love Applegate’s pepperoni then – it’s perfect for those who love traditional pizza flavors but want something healthier too!
Ellen S`
February 25, 2014 at 4:34 amMy favorite toppings are spinach, onions, pepperonis, and of course lots of cheese!
Cee
February 25, 2014 at 5:59 amOur favorite pizza toppings are usually green olives, spinach, mozzarella, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes. We’re also fans of the hummus pizza with spinach, black olives, tomatoes and feta.
Allison Galassie
February 25, 2014 at 6:48 amMy favorite toppings are black and green olives!
Jen
February 25, 2014 at 6:54 amI love all veggies on my pizza (but NO olives!). I also like pepperoni and sausage 🙂 Your pizza looks delicious!
H.C.
February 25, 2014 at 6:57 amCarmelized onions, provolone cheese, bbq sauce and grilled chicken! Yum!
Kristin
February 25, 2014 at 7:09 amI like lots of veggies on my pizza! Mushrooms, green pepper, onion, tomatoes!!
manda
February 25, 2014 at 7:39 amLove lots of veggies and olives.
Erica M.
February 25, 2014 at 8:02 amLove to top my homemade pizza with some spicy banana peppers,
Erika
February 25, 2014 at 8:26 amI recently made a healthier pizza w homemade whole wheat dough, homemade pizza sauce that included blended veggies in it, then topped w sliced zuccs, a little spicy sausage, some halved cherry toms & avocado slices & then just a few slices of fresh mozzarella. The avocado helps give it a creaminess so you don’t need as much cheese. It was super yummy!
wendy spencer
February 25, 2014 at 9:27 amI love to load mine with homemade marinara and as many veggies as possible!
Amelia Winslow
February 25, 2014 at 10:21 amHomemade marinara – now you’re talking!
Amelia Winslow
February 25, 2014 at 10:23 amLove the avocado idea! Such a great swap for cheese!
Amelia Winslow
February 25, 2014 at 10:23 amYum. I’m into anything spicy too!
Amelia Winslow
February 25, 2014 at 10:23 amThis sounds amazing!
Amelia Winslow
February 25, 2014 at 10:23 amHummus pizza? Such a great idea! Do you spread it on after baking the crust? Love this.
Jason
February 25, 2014 at 1:13 pmI have a tie for my favorite combos. On one, I love Pepperoni and Green Peppers, and on the other I am a huge fan of grilled chicken, BBQ Sauce and fresh Cheddar Cheese
Rachel Masters
February 25, 2014 at 1:18 pmMy favorite pizza toppings are pepperoni, chicken, roasted garlic and a homemade olive tapenade! Yummy!
Amelia Winslow
February 25, 2014 at 2:20 pmMmmm..homemade olive tapenade?! Yum!
Alicia N.
February 25, 2014 at 4:28 pmPepperoni, mushrooms, and olives!
Jamie
February 25, 2014 at 5:27 pmSpinach, tomato, and feta. Yum!
Cindy A.
February 25, 2014 at 5:30 pmMy current favorite is chicken, BBQ sauce, and sharp cheddar. Thank you so much for offering such a wonderful giveaway.
claire Farren
February 25, 2014 at 6:29 pmHot banana peppers, sun dried tomatoes, some blue cheese, pepperoni-real or turkey, fresh basical and thinly sliced tomatoes. so good!
Kelsey
February 25, 2014 at 6:30 pmI love homemade pizza! My favorite toppings as of late are spinach, broccoli, eggplant, and sun dried tomatoes!
Christina
February 25, 2014 at 8:23 pmMy favs are mushroom, black olives, sliced tomatoes, red onions and rounded out with a sprinkle sausage pieces on gluten free pizza dough. Thank you!
Waheeda
February 25, 2014 at 8:56 pmMy favorite toppings are mushrooms and jalapeño 🙂
deb
February 26, 2014 at 6:00 amI load my pizza with all veggies, lots of sauce and light cheese.
Megan (The Lyons' Share)
February 26, 2014 at 8:38 amYumm! I love any kind of veggies. Recently made an asparagus and feta pizza, and it was amazing! Artichoke hearts are always a great addition, too!
Amelia Winslow
February 27, 2014 at 9:36 amAsparagus & feta sounds fabulous!
Lester Vaine
May 25, 2015 at 12:19 amI like veggies on my pizza. I love also Pepperoni and sausage. 🙂