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    Home » Recipes » Dinner » Stupendous Stromboli

    Stupendous Stromboli

    Updated: Jul 21, 2023 by Veronica Noone · This post may contain affiliate links · 16 Comments

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    I LOVE STROMBOLI!

    There I said it. It may be the number one reason I gained about 50lbs in college. It’s like a stuffed pizza and you’ll know about my pizza problem by now. ;~)

    I thought I’d share how I get to have my Stromboli and eat it too. Let’s face it, a life without pizza and Stromboli is just not worth it!

    Anyway, it’s possible to make a healthier weight conscious version that, frankly, I like better then those fat filled college binges I used to splurge on.

    The first thing you need is to start with good whole wheat pizza dough. I’m working on a homemade recipe but in the mean time my favorite is Trader Joe’s refrigerated dough. It is 120 calories, 2g of fat and 4g of fiber per serving (2 oz) and there are 8 servings in the package. So I portion out the dough in 4 oz servings and make individual pizzas, Stromboli, calzones, whatever.

    Here’s what I did yesterday for a fabulous family lunch!

    Ingredients

    • 4 oz whole wheat pizza dough rolled in a thin oval
    • 1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese (part skim)
    • â…› cup diced green peppers
    • â…› cup diced red peppers
    • â…› cup diced zucchini
    • Large handful baby spinach loosely chopped
    • Leftover sauce for dipping (or your favorite jarred stuff)

    Instructions

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

    Prepare the the fillings by dicing up all the veggies (notice the toddler stealing my peppers!)

    Measure out 4 oz of the pizza dough and roll it out. Sprinkle a bit of the cheese on the one side. Place the peppers, zucchini and spinach and top with the remaining cheese.

    Fold over the dough to make a pouch and seal the ends. Pierce the top with a knife to let the air escape.

    Bake for about 10-15 minutes on a pizza stone (or a cookie sheet sprayed with non-stick spray) until the dough is firm to the touch.

    This technique makes a 1 serving Stromboli, nutritional information below.

    I also used the portioned out dough to make the husband a calzone and the toddler a mini pizza. It really was a fabulous lunch! Everyone was completely happy and I didn't overeat!!! (as I would have with a whole pizza, or if went out to eat Italian)

    📖 Recipe

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    Stupendous Stromboli

    Discover the magic of the stupendous stromboli, a delicious and easy-to-make dish that will impress your family and guests. Try our recipe today!
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    Prep Time 12 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 27 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 1 Stromboli
    Calories 337 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 oz whole wheat pizza dough rolled in a thin oval
    • 1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese part skim
    • â…› cup diced green peppers
    • â…› cup diced red peppers
    • â…› cup diced zucchini
    • Large handful baby spinach loosely chopped
    • Leftover sauce for dipping or your favorite jarred stuff

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
    • Prepare the the fillings by dicing up all the veggies (notice the toddler stealing my peppers!)
    • Measure out 4 oz of the pizza dough and roll it out. Sprinkle a bit of the cheese on the one side. Place the peppers, zucchini and spinach and top with the remaining cheese.
      4 oz whole wheat pizza dough rolled in a thin oval, 1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese, â…› cup diced green peppers, â…› cup diced red peppers, â…› cup diced zucchini, Large handful baby spinach loosely chopped
    • Fold over the dough to make a pouch and seal the ends. Pierce the top with a knife to let the air escape.
    • Bake for about 10-15 minutes on a pizza stone (or a cookie sheet sprayed with non-stick spray) until the dough is firm to the touch.
      Leftover sauce for dipping

    Nutrition

    Calories: 337kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 737mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 924IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 155mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Sherry

      May 16, 2011 at 7:15 am

      Thank you ! I will try leaving the dough out at room temp for around 20 minutes next time.

      Sherry

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    2. roni

      May 15, 2011 at 10:13 pm

      Room temp and flour. That's the best way I've learned to handle it.
      Hope that helps!

      Reply
    3. Sherry

      May 15, 2011 at 8:29 am

      I made this on Friday, and it was delicious! Thanks for the wonderful recipes. For my picky son (I know you can relate), I just used the cheese, some lowfat turkey pepperoni and sauce. For mine and my husband's I used the same, but added the spinach, chopped orange peppers and chopped tomatoes.

      Do you have any suggestions for making the wheat dough easier to handle? I used Trader Joe's whole wheat pizza dough. I did dust the rolling pin with flour. Should I leave the dough at room temp for a little while before rolling it out? Thanks!

      Reply
    4. Brooks

      February 24, 2010 at 9:14 pm

      Hi, this is a outstanding web blog you have. I stumbled upon it on bing while searching for some baby stuff. Thanks and good luck

      Reply
    5. harmony77

      November 11, 2008 at 6:42 pm

      Roni,
      I recently round your site through a recommendation on the Weight Watchers boards. I made this recipe tonight (with different veggies) and LOVED it. My husband did too. Thanks for all the great ideas.

      Reply
    6. roni

      October 13, 2008 at 10:36 pm

      Ellie - no water, just pinched. :~)
      PS. I'm glad I'm not the only one with 'the weakness'! ;~P

      Reply
    7. Ellie

      October 13, 2008 at 4:01 pm

      I absolutely love the recipe idea for Stromboli and can't wait to try it this week. I have a huge weakness for pasta and pizza type foods. I just saw it while looking at your Spinach Ricotta roll, which also looks inspired. I can't wait to try that one as well!

      When you crimped the stromboli closed did you use water or just pinch it?

      Thanks again!

      Ellie

      Reply
    8. roni

      October 06, 2008 at 8:33 pm

      DO you mean from the comments? I think this is what they are talking about... https://greenlitebites.com/2007/12/23/chocolate-yogurt-dipping-sauce/

      Reply
    9. Sabrina

      October 06, 2008 at 8:26 pm

      What did I miss...strawberry dip???

      Reply
    10. Baby Carrot

      December 28, 2007 at 9:16 am

      Speaking of your pizza problem... where's the tortilla pizza? I can't remember what temp the oven should be at.

      Reply
    11. Tanya

      December 24, 2007 at 2:49 pm

      OMG! I just made this and I thought I died and went to heaven! I am full and feel satisfied. I too have a "pizza problem" and this is a great way to satisfy it! Thanks Roni! Tonight for x-mas eve I am making your dip for strawberries and tomorrow morning for myself on x-mas morning is your Frittata! I am so excited about food! In a good way.
      Happy Holidays!
      Tanya

      Reply
    12. roni

      December 19, 2007 at 10:51 pm

      Michele - I'm working on a recipe! Check back!!

      Reply
    13. Mansi

      December 18, 2007 at 2:29 pm

      wow, I've never actually tried Stromboli before, but your recipe is inspiring me to try one at home, and I generally shop from TJ's too, so this one is a must try!:)

      Reply
    14. Michele

      December 17, 2007 at 6:23 pm

      OMG, this looks so good! I don't have a Trader Joe's near me. I wish I knew where to get whole wheat pizza dough.

      Reply
    15. Amanda

      December 16, 2007 at 8:36 pm

      Years ago, I stumbled on a WW version of a stromboli recipe and I LOVE it! This one is very similar except mine used Turkey Pepperoni in it and oh my--YUM!!! I'm definitely going to be trying this recipe!

      Reply
    16. Kathy

      December 16, 2007 at 5:37 pm

      YUM!!!

      Reply

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