Transform Frozen Pizza By Adding One Bold Ingredient

Frozen pizza is an easy meal that's perfect for days when we're too worn out to cook a big dinner. As good as it is, though, it can leave something to be desired, especially if we're talking about brands on the lower end of the quality bell curve. A great way to spruce up even the blandest Costco frozen pizza – or, heck, even the best-ranked grocery store frozen pizzas — is with added ingredients, including bold ones you might not expect ... like leafy greens.

A helping of hearty greens may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to pizza toppings, but hear us out: they have a lot to offer a frozen pizza. Not only are leafy greens healthy (maybe even more so after cooking makes some nutrients more easily digested), but they can also be delicious on pizza, adding a subtle taste that lends complexity and depth without getting in the way of other ingredients.

There are some key points to consider before just topping some kale atop your dish. If you've ever added leafy greens to oven-baked things before, you know that they can be prone to burning, which can make it tough to enjoy a good green-rich meal. However, there is a smart way to keep your toppings safe. If you thaw the frozen pizza just a bit before cooking and put the leafy greens under the cheese, it keeps them from turning overly crispy.

Of course, now you have to decide which greens to put on your frozen pizza. There are plenty to choose from, and most are great when it comes to upgrading bland frozen pizza. Spinach is a good example, as it's already a classic popular pizza topping that goes well with a wide variety of other ingredients. It's even available at some pizza places, so give it a try if you're new to the world of green-bedecked pizza.

Another great leafy green to try on your frozen pizza is oregano. Oregano is a classic Italian herb that complements many different dishes, including pizza. Since the leaves are very small, it's easier to burn, so it may be better to put it on after the pizza cooks, especially if you're using the fresh version.

Arugula is another classic pizza topping that's very popular in Italy. It tastes great whether you cook it on the pizza or add it after it comes out of the oven and has a bright, peppery flavor that's great for cutting through heavy meat and cheese toppings. It makes a particularly good match with parmesan cheese, another beloved pizza topping. Or, if you want to go really bold, consider adding kale to your pizza, perhaps drizzling it with olive oil and massaging it in a bowl first to break the vegetable down a bit for easier eating.