High-protein Pizza Toasts with Turkey and Cheese
These high-protein pizza toasts with turkey, tomato sauce, and melted cheese bake up crisp at the edges. They’re ready in just 25 minutes, making them a great choice for a quick, filling lunch.
Nutrition
- Calories 494kcal 203kcal
- Fat 17.3g 7.1g
- Carbs 39.4g 16.2g
- Protein 42.0g 17.3g
- Fibre 5.5g 2.2g
Ingredients
Spoon measurements may change based on how you scoop the ingredients.
For the most accurate results and nutrition info, it’s best to use grams.
Method
Why I Like this Recipe
Pizza toasts make a warm lunch with hardly any prep. Turkey and cheese keep them filling, and the tomato topping gives that classic pizza taste. The bread crisps up at the edges but stays soft underneath. You can add in any vegetables or cheese you like, so change up the toppings as you wish.
Tips and Variations
- Use wholegrain or seeded bread if you prefer a little more texture and fibre.
- Try reduced-fat cheese if you want a lighter topping.
- Add thinly sliced tomatoes, peppers or mushrooms before the cheese.
- Swap the turkey for cooked chicken breast if that’s what you have available.
- Add a pinch of chilli flakes or a little hot sauce for some heat.
- Serve the pizza toasts with a simple green salad for a more substantial lunch.
- Cut larger toasts in half before serving if they’re easier to handle that way.
- Assemble them ahead, keep covered in the fridge, then bake just before serving.
Meal Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to keep the texture crisp.
Freezer tips
You can freeze fully baked sandwiches once cooled. Wrap individually and store for up to 2 months.
Defrost in the fridge overnight and reheat in the oven at 180°C until heated through and crisp again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Assemble the pizza toasts, cover them and keep them in the fridge until you are ready to bake. For the best texture, bake them just before serving rather than cooking them in advance.
Use a moderate amount of tomato sauce and bake the toasts in a hot oven so the bread can crisp around the edges. Avoid microwaving them, as this will soften the bread.
Mozzarella works well because it melts easily and gives a classic pizza-style topping. Cheddar or a mixture of mozzarella and cheddar can also be used.
Yes. Cooked chicken breast can replace the turkey in the same quantity. Sliced ham also works well if you want another simple alternative.
Yes. Use your usual gluten-free bread and check that the tomato sauce and any other packaged toppings are labelled gluten-free if required.
You can prepare the toppings and assemble the toasts ahead of time, but they are best baked shortly before eating. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or air fryer to help the bread crisp up again.
Closing Note
These pizza toasts are warm, crisp, and topped with turkey, tomato sauce, and melted cheese. They’re an easy, filling lunch that doesn’t take much prep. If you enjoy quick meals with similar pizza-style flavours, try these chicken quesadillas with wholemeal wraps.
- 💪 High Protein
- ⏱️ Ready in 30
- 🧊 Freezer Friendly
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