Artichoke Heart Pizza

Artichoke Heart Pizza is a delightful vegetarian dish that combines the earthy flavors of artichoke hearts with a rich, cheesy base. Topped with fresh herbs and a hint of garlic, this pizza is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Artichoke hearts - 150 grams, drained and quartered
• Spinach - 50 grams, fresh
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - optional, to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. Brush the dough with olive oil and spread the minced garlic evenly on top.
5. Spread the tomato sauce over the garlic oil layer, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
7. Distribute the quartered artichoke hearts and fresh spinach evenly on top of the cheese.
8. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the toppings.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, then slice and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 720 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from artichokes and spinach, supporting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and spinach, promoting overall health.

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