Tex-Mex calzones

Recipe Information

Description:
Tex-Mex calzones is a delicious Italian recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 25-30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 40-45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 25-30 Minutes
Total Time 40-45 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Ground Turkey; Pizza Dough
Category Rice & Grains; Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Italian; Mexican; American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces ground turkey, extra lean

  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon dark chili powder

  • 1 cup bell pepper (red and green), finely chopped

  • 1/2 cup fat-free salsa verde, fire-roasted

  • One 11-ounce can pizza dough, refrigerated, thin crust (use whole wheat if possible)

  • 3/4 cup Mexican blend cheese, shredded

  • Cooking spray

  • 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream, if desired

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Adjust the oven rack to the upper third of the oven.

  • In a large skillet, heat ground turkey over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, stirring to crumble. Add the onion and garlic to skillet, and continue cooking until the onions are tender (about 4-5 minutes). Add the spices, and cook for 1 minute while stirring. Add the peppers, and cook for 1 minute longer. Remove the mixture from the heat, add the salsa, and stir.

  • After unrolling the dough, divide into four rectangular portions. Place 1/2 cup of turkey-vegetable mixture on half of each portion of the dough, then top with 2 tablespoons of cheese.

  • Brush the egg mixture onto the border of the dough using a pastry brush. Fold the dough over the turkey-vegetable mixture, and pinch the edges to seal. Bake until golden brown (about 10-12 minutes).

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 414 cal

  • Total fat: 14g

  • Saturated fat: 6g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 5g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 44mg

  • Sodium: 771mg

  • Carbohydrate: 46g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Sugar: 2g

  • Protein: 26g