Heart Healthy Hawaiian Pizza with Whole Wheat Crust

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By Judy Capodanno
Updated 1/9/2026
Approved for These Diets:
Heart Healthy | Diabetic | Vegan | Vegetarian
Heart Healthy Hawaiian Pizza
Photo Credit: Baldwin Publishing Staff Photographer

Our sunny, sweet and savory Heart Healthy Hawaiian Pizza is a quick and delicious alternative to greasy delivery. Chopped mango, bell pepper, and onion make a mouthwatering trio in this flavorful, diabetic-friendly recipe. A hearty, store-bought whole wheat crust cuts time and gets crisp results. Standard Hawaiian pizza is often high in sodium due to processed meats, but this version swaps ham for fresh, antioxidant-rich fruit. By using a whole wheat crust, you gain essential fiber that helps manage blood sugar and supports long-term heart health.

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Total Time
20 minutes
Servings
8
Calories
112

What Makes This Heart Healthy Hawaiian Pizza with Whole Wheat Crust Healthy

This recipe revitalizes a classic by swapping refined white flour for a whole grain crust and replacing high-sodium processed meats with fresh mango and pineapple. These changes significantly boost the fiber content while keeping the sodium levels low enough for a heart-healthy diet.

Key Health Highlights

  • Whole Grain Fiber: Whole wheat crust provides complex carbohydrates that release energy slowly and support digestion.
  • Low Sodium: By omitting salty ham and bacon, this pizza helps maintain healthy blood pressure levels.
  • Vitamin C Boost: Fresh pineapple and mango provide immune-supporting antioxidants and vitamin C.
  • Diabetic Friendly: The high fiber from whole grains and peppers helps prevent rapid blood sugar spikes.
  • Low Saturated Fat: This plant-based approach avoids the heavy saturated fats found in traditional meat-topped pizzas.
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FAQs About Heart Healthy Hawaiian Pizza with Whole Wheat Crust

Yes, whole wheat crust contains more fiber and minerals like magnesium than white crust, which helps manage cholesterol and blood pressure.

This specific recipe is diabetic-friendly because it uses high-fiber whole grains and fresh fruit rather than sugary canned options or processed meats.

Ensure your fresh mango and pineapple are blotted dry before topping, and preheating your baking sheet can help the crust crisp up immediately.

If you choose to add cheese, use light amounts of part-skim mozzarella, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a vegan, B-vitamin-rich alternative.

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These light and zesty sides pair beautifully with our healthy pizzas.

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Ingredients

Recipe yields 8 servings

Helpful How-To Video

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except pizza crust.

  2. Step 2

    Spread mixture over pizza crust. Bake pizza until the toppings are hot and the crust is browned, about 5 to 10 minutes. Cut into 16 slices as an appetizer, or 4 slices for lunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 slice pizza

112
Calories
2
g
Fat
0
mg
Cholesterol
174
mg
Sodium
22
g
Carbs
0
g
Sat. Fat
4
g
Fiber
4
g
Protein

Alternative Cooking Methods

  • Air Fryer Method: Cook at 350°F for 3–5 minutes for an ultra-crispy crust and perfectly melted toppings.
  • Outdoor Grill: Place the dough directly on a preheated grill for 2 minutes, flip, add toppings, and cook covered until the cheese bubbles.
  • Toaster Oven: Ideal for 1–2 slices; bake at 375°F for 5–10 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent the edges from over-browning.

Serving & Storage Tips

  • Serve your pizza hot, ideally paired with a fresh green salad to add more fiber and help you feel full faster. 
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • To maintain a crispy crust when reheating, use a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes.

Ingredient Substitutions

Use a cauliflower or chickpea-based crust for a lower-carb, gluten-free option.

Fresh peaches or apricots provide a similar sweet-tart flavor profile.

Lemon juice or apple cider vinegar can provide the necessary acidity to balance the fruit.

Sprinkle with a little reduced-fat mozzarella, or use dairy-free mozzarella or nutritional yeast for a vegan-friendly meal.

Add sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of sriracha for a "swicy" (sweet and spicy) kick.

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