BBQ Tortilla Pizzas Recipe

by Registered Dietitian, Andrea Holwegner | Jul 10, 2017

BBQ Tortilla Pizzas

Chickpeas on a pizza? Why not! Pulses are extremely versatile and can be used in countless ways to boost the nutritional value in meals. Toss a half-cup of cooked pulses onto salads or pastas, taco fillings or blend them into your favourite smoothies. The possibilities are endless.

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Serves: 4

Time: 20 minutes

 

Ingredients

• 2 cups chickpeas
• ½ cup bbq sauce
• 1 red onion, diced
• 4 whole wheat tortillas
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 5 basil leaves, shredded

Instructions

1. Pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees. Combine the chickpeas, red onion and BBQ sauce in a small bowl. Toss until chickpeas are coated.
2. Place tortillas on a baking dish and spoon the chickpea mixture evenly on top of each one. Top with mozzarella and bake for 10 minutes
3. Top cooked pizzas with shredded fresh basil.

 

Per serving:

• Calories – 484
• Protein – 20.4 g
• Fat – 12.8 g
• Carbohydrate – 71.5 g
• Fibre – 27 g

 

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