Easy Bread Pizza Sandwich on Tawa
Learn how to make delicious Bread Pizza Sandwich on Tawa at home with fresh vegetables, melted cheese, and wholesome bread. Quick 22-minute breakfast recipe.
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole wheat bread
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or tomato-based pasta sauce
- 1 medium bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp low-fat plain yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Oil spray for tawa
Instructions
- 1
Combine the softened butter with minced garlic, dried oregano, and black pepper in a small bowl, stirring until well blended.
- 2
Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on one side of each bread slice.
- 3
Mix the pizza sauce with yogurt and red chili flakes in a separate small bowl to create a tangy base.
- 4
Layer the sauce mixture on the non-buttered side of two bread slices, dividing it equally between them.
- 5
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce on each bread slice.
- 6
Distribute the diced bell peppers, sliced red onion, chopped spinach, sliced mushrooms, and fresh coriander evenly across the cheese on both bread slices.
- 7
Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese, pressing it gently so it adheres to the vegetables.
- 8
Place the remaining two bread slices on top with the buttered side facing outward, creating two sandwiches.
- 9
Heat a tawa or large skillet over medium-high heat and lightly spray with oil.
- 10
Carefully place one sandwich on the hot tawa and cook until the bread turns golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
- 11
Gently flip the sandwich using a wide spatula and cook the other side until golden brown and the cheese has melted completely, about 4-5 minutes more.
- 12
Remove from the tawa and let rest for 1 minute to allow the cheese to set slightly.
- 13
Repeat steps 10-12 with the second sandwich.
- 14
Slice each sandwich diagonally and serve immediately while the cheese is still warm and gooey.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Whole wheat bread | Multigrain or sprouted grain bread | Sprouted bread contains higher levels of bioavailable nutrients and lower phytic acid, improving mineral absorption and digestion |
| Mozzarella cheese | Part-skim mozzarella or cottage cheese mixed with a small amount of parmesan | Reduces saturated fat and calories while maintaining creaminess and protein content, supporting heart health |
| Pizza sauce with added sugars | Sugar-free marinara sauce or homemade tomato sauce with herbs | Eliminates added sugars that spike blood glucose levels and contribute to inflammation |
| Unsalted butter | Cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil | Provides monounsaturated fats with anti-inflammatory properties instead of saturated fat |
| Regular white onion | Caramelized red onion or shallots | Extended cooking breaks down complex carbohydrates into simpler sugars with prebiotic properties that feed beneficial gut bacteria |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 2)
| Calories | 438 |
| Total Fat | 18g |
| Saturated Fat | 8g |
| Cholesterol | 38mg |
| Sodium | 520mg |
| Carbohydrates | 44g |
| Fiber | 8g |
| Sugar | 4g |
| Protein | 20g |
Nutrition Comparison
| Classic | Metabolic Health | restaurant | Healthier | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 438 | 385 | 580 | 385 |
| Protein | 20g | 18g | 22g | 16g |
| Carbs | 44g | 32g | 38g | 42g |
| Fat | 18g | 19g | 38g | 16g |
| Fiber | 8g | 8g | 5g | 7g |
| Sugar | 4g | - | - | - |
| Health Scores | ||||
| Gut Health | 7/10 | 9/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 |
| Anti-Inflammatory | 7/10 | 9/10 | 5/10 | 8/10 |
| Blood Sugar | 7/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 | 8/10 |
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