Protein-packed dough wrapped around pepperoni, seasoned beef, and melted mozzarella for a satisfying handheld meal or snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Protein Dough
01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, nonfat or low fat
02 - 2 cups self-rising flour
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Filling
06 - 7 ounces lean ground beef, 5% fat or less
07 - 2.8 ounces turkey or beef pepperoni slices
08 - 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Topping
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
15 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian herbs
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking apart while cooking, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in black pepper and Italian herbs. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, self-rising flour, egg, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until a sticky dough forms. Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth.
04 - Shape dough into a rectangle measuring approximately 12 by 10 inches.
05 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around all edges.
06 - Distribute cooked beef, pepperoni slices, and mozzarella cheese evenly over sauce.
07 - Starting from a long edge, roll dough tightly into a log. Using a sharp knife, slice into 12 equal pieces.
08 - Place rolls cut-side up on prepared baking sheet. Brush tops lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and dried parsley or herbs.
09 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown with bubbling cheese.
10 - Allow rolls to cool briefly before serving.
