High Protein Pizza Bagels

If you're craving pizza but want to keep it healthy and high in protein, these High Protein Pizza Bagels are the perfect solution! They’re easy to make, customizable, and packed with protein to keep you fueled. Perfect as a quick lunch, snack, or even a fun meal-prep option, these pizza bagels combine the cheesy, saucy goodness of pizza with the satisfying texture of bagels.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to make these delicious protein-packed pizza bagels:

• Optional Protein Boosters: Sprinkle hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, or even add a spoonful of chickpeas or black beans.
• Bagels: Opt for high-protein bagels, often available at health food stores. Regular bagels work too, but the protein won’t be as high.
• Pizza Sauce: Any marinara or pizza sauce you love.
• Plant-Based or Regular Mozzarella: If plant-based, look for brands that offer extra protein.
• Vegan Sausage or Pepperoni: You can also use tempeh or seasoned tofu.
• Vegetables: Such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and spinach.

Instructions

1: Prep the Bagels

• Slice and Toast: Slice each bagel in half and lightly toast them. Toasting helps prevent the sauce from making the bagel soggy.

2: Add the Sauce

• Spread the Sauce: Spoon a generous amount of pizza sauce onto each bagel half, spreading it evenly to the edges.

3: Layer on the Protein and Toppings

• Cheese: Sprinkle your choice of mozzarella or other cheese as the first layer.
• Protein-Rich Toppings: Add vegan sausage, pepperoni, or crumbled tempeh for a protein punch.
• Veggies: Load on as many veggies as you like.

4: Bake

• Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melty and the toppings are heated through.

Why You’ll Love High Protein Pizza Bagels

Here’s why these high-protein pizza bagels might just become a staple in your meal rotation:

• Customizable: Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or a meat-eater, you can adapt the toppings to suit your dietary needs.
• Protein-Packed: Thanks to the bagel base, protein-rich toppings, and optional extras, each pizza bagel provides a significant protein boost.
• Quick and Easy: You can make these in under 20 minutes, making them perfect for busy days.

Tips for Perfect High Protein Pizza Bagels

• Use High-Protein Bagels: They make a difference in protein content, so check your local store for options.

• Opt for Protein-Packed Cheese: Vegan cheeses made from nuts or beans often have higher protein.

• Add Herbs and Spices: Top with Italian herbs, red pepper flakes, or a drizzle of olive oil for added flavor.

Serving and Storing

• Serving: Serve these pizza bagels hot, straight from the oven. Pair with a side salad for a balanced meal.

• Storing: Store leftover pizza bagels in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or microwave until warm.