White Pizza with Asparagus and Spinach

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   Preheat the oven to 425F.

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   Trim about an inch from the bottom of the asparagus spears.

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   Scrape the bottom halves if you like, though if they are very slender, this wont be necessary.

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   Cut the spears into 1-inch pieces.

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   Steam the asparagus with a little water in a covered skillet or Dutch oven until bright green and just barely tender-crisp, about 3 minutes.

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   Add the spinach and cover; steam until just wilted, about a minute.

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   Drain the asparagus and spinach well.

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   Puree the tofu with the salt in a food processor or with an immersion blender in its container.

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   Place the crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone.

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    Spread the tofu puree evenly over the crust with a baking spatula.

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    Scatter the asparagus and spinach evenly over the surface of the pizza, followed by the sun-dried tomatoes.

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    Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the crust is golden.

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    Cut into 6 slices and serve.

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    As with many pizzas, a basic bountiful salad of greens, tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and carrots goes well with this.

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    If youd like a heartier salad with this, choose one based on beans.

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    Here are a few possibilities: Black Beans with Tomatoes, Olives, Yellow Peppers, and Croutons (page 185), Black Bean, Mango, and Avocado Salad (page 186), or Chickpea and Carrot Salad with Parsley and Olives (page 190).

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    See the menu with Tomato Chickpea Soup with Tiny Pasta and Fresh Herbs (page 32).

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    (per slice)

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    Calories: 262

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    Total Fat: 5g

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    Protein: 12.5g

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    Carbohydrates: 40g

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    Fiber: 2g

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    Sodium: 685mg

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.