Description

This Turkey Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Pizza is the perfect fusion of comfort and nutrition. Topped with savory turkey sausage, tender broccoli rabe, melty mozzarella, and smoked provolone on crispy homemade dough, it’s ideal for weeknight cravings or weekend gatherings. A drizzle of optional truffle oil elevates the flavor for a fine dining twist at home. If you’re looking for quick and easy dinner recipes with ground beef alternatives, this healthy and protein-packed pizza is a must-try.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 large onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 sweet or hot turkey sausages, casings removed (about 12 oz)
1 bunch broccoli rabe, washed and trimmed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 pound pizza dough, room temperature
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
6 slices smoked provolone cheese (4 to 6 oz)
Truffle oil, to taste (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 550°F (or as high as it will go).
In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and cook for about 10 minutes until browned.
Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook briefly until fragrant.
Add turkey sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, 6–8 minutes.
Stir in broccoli rabe. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until wilted and tender, about 5 minutes. Continue cooking until any liquid evaporates. Remove from heat and let cool.
Roll dough into an 18–20-inch round (or two smaller rounds). Place on floured pizza peel or parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
Top with pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella, provolone slices, and the cooled broccoli rabe/sausage mixture.
Bake on a pizza stone for 6–8 minutes, or until crust is crisp and cheese is melted.
Drizzle with truffle oil if using, slice, and serve hot.

Notes

You can substitute regular broccoli if broccoli rabe is unavailable.
For a spicier kick, use hot Italian turkey sausage.
Add chili oil instead of truffle oil for a spicy finish.

Great for meal prep—reheat slices in the oven or air fryer!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 35mg