Breakfast Pizza

Ingredients

For 2 personal-sized breakfast pizzas, gather these easy items:

  • 2 medium whole-wheat rotis, naan, or flatbreads (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 small tomato, thinly sliced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper or capsicum, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup shredded low-fat mozzarella or cheddar cheese (or use paneer cubes)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup or pizza sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Optional: chopped fresh coriander (cilantro), green chilies for heat, or sliced mushrooms

Direction

Make this quick breakfast pizza with these simple steps:

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) or heat a large non-stick tawa/skillet on medium heat if no oven. Lightly brush both rotis/naan with a little oil or butter.
  • Step 2: Spread a thin layer of tomato ketchup or pizza sauce over each base, leaving a small border around the edges.
  • Step 3: Sprinkle chopped onion, sliced tomato, bell pepper, and any optional veggies evenly on top. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Step 4: Crack 2 eggs directly onto each pizza (or beat them lightly and pour over for even coverage). Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over everything.
  • Step 5: Bake in the oven for 8 to 12 minutes until eggs are set, cheese melts, and edges are golden. On tawa, cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 10 minutes until eggs firm up.
  • Step 6: Garnish with fresh coriander if desired. Slice and serve hot.

Nutrients Information

Per pizza (1 serving with 2 eggs and veggies, approximate values using low-fat cheese):

  • Calories: 380 to 450
  • Total Fat: 18 to 22 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 6 to 8 grams
  • Cholesterol: 220 to 250 milligrams
  • Sodium: 500 to 700 milligrams (lower with less salt/cheese)
  • Total Carbohydrates: 35 to 45 grams
  • Dietary Fiber: 5 to 7 grams
  • Sugars: 5 to 8 grams (natural from veggies/tomato)
  • Protein: 20 to 25 grams
  • A good balance of protein from eggs, fiber from whole-wheat base and veggies, plus calcium from cheese for strong bones and energy to start the day.

Recipes Credit

Contributed by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Extension Service