6 Delicious Healthy Pizzas and Pastas

Swimmer Michael Phelps made Olympic history on a pizza and pasta diet. Try these recipes for a healthy carb-load before a workout.

Also try these healthy homemade pizza recipes.

By Annie Bell Muzaurieta

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Artichoke Pizza

ESPN reports that in addition to getting plenty of shut-eye, Michael Phelps is loading up on carbs. He eats "gargantuan amounts of pasta and pizza between races," reports the AP.

This pizza recipe is easy enough for you to throw together tonight after your race home from work, just in time to watch the recap of Phelps winning his third gold medal.

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Rotini with Cheesy Zucchini

For this creamy pasta dish, use fresh zucchini from the farmers market, so you can be athletic and eco-minded.
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Pizza Broil

Forgo the frozen kind for a homemade pizza you can make in no time. And just think, unless you've had a glass of organic wine with your meal, swimming after eating is generally considered safe.
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Penne with Green Beans and Basil

The whole family will love this healthy penne recipe. After your carboload, you should take a nap, like Phelps was planning on doing after today's races.
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Whole Wheat Veggie Pizza

This recipe will satisfy your pizza craving with the nutritional bonuses of veggies and a whole wheat crust. Probably a better choice than pepperoni and extra cheese, unless, of course, you're training for the Olympics.
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Creamy Rigatoni with Spinach

You'll love this simple toss of hot pasta, creamy ricotta, Parmesan, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.

And with all that iron you're getting from the spinach, you should be ready for a few laps.

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